Next Media Park will host the 6th Uganda Economic Forum from September 30 to October 3, 2025, with discussions centered on unlocking regional trade through agro-industrialisation, tourism, manufacturing, and services.
The dialogue comes as Uganda pursues its ambitious tenfold growth target, with experts stressing the need for full implementation of the Fourth National Development Plan (NDPIV) and stronger investment in value addition.
Dr. Asuman Guloba, Director for Research and Development Performance at the National Planning Authority, said the plan prioritises monetisation of the economy and positioning Uganda as a stronger player in regional integration.
“Uganda must strive to export more goods, but equally we should capitalise on tourism. If we cannot export goods, let us import tourists,” he said, pointing to tourism’s role in bridging trade gaps and boosting foreign exchange.
He also highlighted Kampala’s untapped potential, describing the capital city as Uganda’s “low-hanging fruit” for investment.
According to the National Planning Authority, NDPIV is designed to build a data-driven economy anchored in research and innovation to drive performance in Uganda’s long-term growth strategy.
The forum will bring together policymakers, private sector leaders, and regional stakeholders to chart pathways for Uganda’s economic transformation and deeper participation in East Africa’s trade opportunities.
