The Lango Sub-Region has taken a bold step toward economic transformation, positioning itself at the forefront of Uganda’s next agricultural frontier—high-value coffee and cocoa production.
This renewed direction follows a landmark stakeholders’ engagement held at Canon Lawrence College, Boroboro, widely described as a rare moment of unity, purpose, and strategic clarity.
The meeting brought together over 100 influential leaders from government, religious institutions, cultural bodies, the private sector, and farming communities.
Hosted under the leadership of the Lango Diocese, guided by Rt. Rev. Bishop Prof. Alfred Olwa and represented by Rev. Canon Hudson Ogwali, the engagement uniquely blended spiritual leadership with economic vision—signaling a new chapter for the region.
Held under the theme “Repositioning Lango as a Hub for High-Value Coffee and Cocoa Value Chains,” the meeting marked an unprecedented convergence of voices committed to shaping Lango’s future.
The engagement was convened and facilitated by RADO Conciliation & Consultancy Firm, led by Ambassador Dickson Ogwang-Okul, in partnership with PLUTUS Coffee Group under the leadership of European investor Hans de Heer, who has a longstanding commitment to Uganda’s agricultural sector.
Participants—including farmers, technical experts, policymakers, and community leaders—rallied around a shared ambition: transforming Lango into a competitive, market-oriented agricultural hub.
“This was not just a meeting—it was a declaration that Lango is ready to organize, produce, and compete,” one participant noted.
At the core of this transformation is a decisive shift from subsistence farming to high-value, market-driven agriculture.
A key highlight was PLUTUS Coffee Group’s announcement of plans to establish a Central Processing Unit (CPU) at Lira Industrial Park. This facility is expected to anchor a modern coffee value chain by providing a structured market for farmers, enabling value addition through advanced processing, and positioning Lango as a recognized origin in global coffee markets.
Beyond infrastructure, the initiative will support farmers with access to improved inputs, technical training, and modern farming practices—ensuring increased productivity and consistent quality.
“This is not just about growing coffee; it is about building an economy around coffee,” a stakeholder emphasized.
To ensure coordinated implementation, stakeholders agreed to align efforts under a Unified Perennial Crops Promotion Framework. District-level rollout committees will be established to translate policy decisions into tangible, grassroots impact.
RADO Conciliation & Consultancy Firm will provide governance oversight, coordination, and dispute resolution mechanisms to ensure transparency, inclusivity, and sustained progress.
Central Government is expected to offer policy and regulatory support, while Local Governments will lead implementation through extension services and community mobilization.
A recurring theme throughout the engagement was the importance of social cohesion in driving economic transformation. Religious and cultural leaders committed to mobilizing communities and rebuilding trust in cooperative systems—recognizing unity as the foundation for lasting prosperity.
“Where there is unity, there is progress. Where there is reconciliation, there is lasting prosperity.”
The anticipated impact is far-reaching. Farmers are expected to benefit from increased household incomes, while new employment opportunities will emerge across the value chain—from nurseries and farms to processing and export logistics.
Youth and women, in particular, stand to gain from expanded participation in agribusiness, while strengthened cooperatives will enhance market access and bargaining power.
With policy alignment, private investment, and strong community participation, stakeholders believe the groundwork has been laid for sustainable, long-term development.
Commitments have already been made to operationalize district committees, expand certified nursery systems, and mobilize farmers into cooperative structures—marking a clear shift from planning to action.