President Museveni committed to supporting investors — Col. Nakalema

KAMPALA - President Yoweri Museveni is committed to supporting and protecting investors, says Col. Edith Nakalema, Head of State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU). 

She gave the Government's assurance on Tuesday, April 21, during an engagement with over 30 investors from the Danish Agriculture and Food Council Trade delegation.

The delegation was led by Jacob Kahl Jepsen of Green Economy, Trade and Climate, at the Embassy of Denmark, who represented the Ambassador of Denmark to Uganda.

The Danish team expressed interest in: agribusiness, solar energy solutions and vocational skills development.

During the discussion, Col. Nakalema encouraged investors to use the Electronic Investors Protection Portal (EIPP), a platform linking Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), which enables investors to authenticate investment procedures and contact persons. 

President Museveni commissioned the platform in 2023.

“The Electronic Investors Protection Portal strengthens investors’ confidence and can be accessed globally, offering various services and investment opportunities, among others,” said Nakalema at the meeting she hosted at SHIPU Offices in Kampala.

A release from the Presidential Press Unit states that Col. Nakalema also reiterated the government's commitment through SHIPU to expedite the operationalisation of investors’ decisions by fast-tracking coordination with line government ministries.

“Our commitment to you as a Unit is to render your investments safe, profitable and impactful. Remember, you are not only partners, but you are also an integral part of our transformation journey. So, together let us propel Uganda to a revamped, industrial economy anchored on value-addition across all sectors,” Col. Nakalema asserted.

Jepsen expressed his profound gratitude on behalf of the delegation for the warm hospitality extended to them.

He affirmed his government’s commitment to continue mutual cooperation with the government of Uganda in the development of agribusiness and renewable energy.
He further disclosed that they are focusing on the African market, especially that of East Africa, particularly Uganda.

At the same event, the Chief Executive Officer, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Juliana Kagwa, encouraged members of the Danish delegation to visit other parts of the country to get the feel of the ‘Pearl of Africa’ in wildlife, flora and fauna, the beautiful climate, as well as the hospitality of the people.