Nakalema engages Indian Business Forum to boost investment in Uganda

We ensure that no investor is delayed during the process of investing in Uganda by protecting them from fraudsters, coordinating investigations of all investor-related complaints, and supporting an investor-friendly dispute resolution environment
The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to creating a transparent and corruption-free investment environment.
She made these remarks during a meeting with officials from the Indian Business Forum, led by the forum's Director General, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, on Monday.
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Col. Nakalema emphasised SHIPU’s role, established in May 2023 by President Yoweri Museveni, in streamlining investment processes.
“We ensure that no investor is delayed during the process of investing in Uganda by protecting them from fraudsters, coordinating investigations of all investor-related complaints, and supporting an investor-friendly dispute resolution environment,” she said.
She highlighted the launch of the Uganda Electronic Investors Protection Portal, a platform designed to facilitate seamless investment.
The portal provides access to authentic government sources, allows investors to report complaints, and ensures regular follow-ups.
“This online solution ensures that investors conduct due diligence before investing in Uganda,” Col. Nakalema added.
Mr. Kumar commended Uganda’s favorable investment environment and noted the significant contribution of the Indian community to the nation’s economy.
“The Indian business community is contributing to various sectors such as mining, textiles, cocoa, coffee, and solar energy,” he said.
He also expressed the community’s readiness to invest in value addition and called for a stronger partnership with SHIPU.
The forum’s treasurer, Mr. Manish Kalla, reiterated their commitment to adding value to Uganda’s agro-products, while Col. Nakalema assured the forum that their concerns would be addressed.
“I will not stop at talking, as a soldier, I believe in implementation,” she said.
The meeting, which focused on enhancing business networks and investments, was also attended by former Attorney General Fred Ruhindi and Ms. Hiromi Abe, the Private Secretary to the President in charge of Investment Matters.