Uganda pledges accelerated PPPs to drive Vision 2040
“Government of Uganda is committed to working with the private sector through public–private partnerships by providing the necessary infrastructure and investment incentives to spur economic growth and competitiveness,” Alupo said.
Vice President Jessica Alupo (second left) hands a plaque to ISBAT University Director of Studies Pradeep Kumar in recognition of the institution’s Best University for Educational Excellence Award at the Visionaries of Uganda Awards, as State Minister for Works Musa Ecweru (left) looks on. The awards are organised by the Uganda Visionaries Board in conjunction with the National Planning Authority.
The Government has reiterated its commitment to supporting the private sector through public–private partnerships (PPPs) and expanded infrastructure investment.
Vice President Maj. Jessica Alupo said private enterprise remains central to the country’s economic transformation.
The commitment was restated during the 13th Visionaries of Uganda Awards Ceremony, held on Thursday, under the theme Recognising and Celebrating Visionary Leadership, which marks 13 years since the awards were launched as part of efforts to advance Uganda Vision 2040.
Representing President Yoweri Museveni, Alupo said Uganda’s economy is private-sector-led and that the government will continue providing an enabling environment for businesses to grow.
“Government of Uganda is committed to working with the private sector through public–private partnerships by providing the necessary infrastructure and investment incentives to spur economic growth and competitiveness,” Alupo said.
She noted that the economy continues to improve, supported by a broader revenue base that now finances key sectors such as health, education, and industrialisation.
She cited ongoing investments in roads, ICT infrastructure, the Standard Gauge Railway, oil- and gas-related industries, steel manufacturing, and household income-generation programs as key drivers of growth.
“These developments are not isolated achievements. They are the building blocks of the Uganda we envision—one of shared prosperity and inclusive economic participation,” she said.
Award recipients were commended for their contributions to national development and urged to protect gains already made while continuing to drive innovation, job creation, and community impact.
Pradeep Kumar, Director of Studies at ISBAT University, one of the awarded institutions, hailed the government for recognising the university with the Best University for Educational Excellence Award, describing the honour as a validation of its mission to empower youth through skills-based education.
Kumar said the award reflects ISBAT University’s commitment to supporting national development goals, noting that education plays a central role in economic growth.
“When the youth is empowered with the best of education, it becomes one of the most important pillars in the growth of the economy,” he said.
He added that the university’s approach aligns with Vision Uganda 2040 and the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV), particularly through skills development programs tailored to the needs of young people.
On behalf of the university’s leadership, Kumar thanked the Vice President’s Office, the Visionaries Awards organising team, and government officials for recognising ISBAT’s contribution to education.
“The vision that started this journey is continuing, and we believe we shall succeed in empowering the youth of Uganda and Africa,” Kumar said.