DEI BIOPHARMA: BALANCING COMMUNITY WELFARE WITH INVESTMENT PROTECTION Today, Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi is holding a follow-up meeting at DEI Biopharma with Hon. Minister Judith Nabakoba, Hon. Dr. Sam Mayanja, the Attorney General, and other leaders to address outstanding concerns relating to the investment. The discussions include advocating for fair compensation and appropriate relocation of individuals who may be exposed to potential health risks associated with the company’s operations. She has also called for reported encroachment on the investment land to be addressed in accordance with the law, with affected individuals relocated to alternative properties they own, where applicable. The engagement seeks to safeguard public health, protect the investment, strengthen Uganda’s pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity, and create more employment opportunities for Ugandans. #LocalContentUg #InvestmentsUg

Hello, Uganda! 🇺🇬 Discover the journey of iron ore in Uganda, from extraction to value addition and the production of finished products right here at home. By transforming raw materials into higher-value products, Uganda is strengthening local industries, creating employment opportunities, building local capacity and contributing to economic growth. Value addition begins at home and drives national development. #LocalContentUg | #InvestmentsUg

Our team is on the ground at Sino Minerals Investments Co. Ltd in Kabale for the handover ceremony of the newly constructed Buhara Sub-County Headquarters and eight staff quarters, donated by the company. Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi, Head of the State House Local Content Unit and Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (Privatisation and Investment), is expected to officiate at the ceremony. #LocalContentUg #InvestmentsUg

From our boss to you and us 🥰 I congratulate Uganda on 64 years of Independence! Under the leadership and guidance of H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni @KagutaMuseveni, our country has enjoyed peace and stability, creating an enabling environment for investment and attracting investors to explore opportunities across various sectors. I welcome more investors to Uganda to take advantage of our favourable investment climate and contribute to job creation and economic growth. As we join the rest of the world in celebrating this important day, I encourage all Ugandans to take pride in our nation, remember that Uganda is our one and only home, and play our part in supporting its continued growth and progress. Happy 64th Independence Day, Uganda! 🇺🇬 #UgandaAt64 ~ Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi

Happy Independence day Uganda 🇺🇬. #UgandaAt64

Today, Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi (@AminahMukalazi), Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (Privatisation and Investment), joined the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) for consultations on strengthening Uganda’s manufacturing and investment environment. Discussions focused on operationalising OSC 2.0, improving investor aftercare, coordination among Government agencies, investment facilitation, tax administration and employment regulations. The engagement also explored practical measures to support investment, production, value addition, market access and the growth of Uganda’s manufacturing sector.

Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi met with investors from Fine Spinners Uganda Ltd, led by Chairperson Mr. Jas Bedi, accompanied by Mr. Sav Bedi. The investors shared plans for a US$420 million project in Gulu, Northern Uganda, aimed at revitalising the cotton value chain and expanding their textile operations. They also expressed support for regional integration and efforts to reduce barriers to trade across Africa, which would facilitate wider markets for locally manufactured products. Hon. Hajjat Aminah appreciated Fine Spinners Uganda Ltd for its investment in the country and assured the investors of Government support in accordance with applicable laws and procedures.

At the 3rd General Assembly of the Uganda Sichuan-Chongqing Association in Kampala, Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi invited e-mobility investors to tap into Uganda’s largely unexplored lithium resources in Ntungamo, Kasese and other parts of the country. She urged investors to consider establishing value-addition and manufacturing facilities in Uganda, highlighting Government’s readiness to support investors and facilitate a smooth investment process.

This evening, Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi officiated at the 3rd General Assembly of the Uganda Sichuan-Chongqing Association in Kampala, attended by H.E. Wu Guangrong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Uganda. She highlighted Uganda’s investment opportunities in agro-industrialisation, manufacturing, mobility, tourism, minerals, oil and gas, and science, technology and innovation. She commended Chinese investors for their contribution to manufacturing, value addition, skills transfer and job creation, and called for stronger China–Uganda partnerships to unlock more investment and employment opportunities.

Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi @AminahMukalazi met with a delegation from China Railway No. 10 Engineering Group Co. Ltd, led by Mr. Wang Dong, to explore investment and cooperation opportunities in Uganda. The discussions covered infrastructure development, housing and real estate, with emphasis on connecting investments to local content through employment of Ugandans, skills and technology transfer, participation of local businesses, and use of locally available materials and services where feasible. The engagement also highlighted opportunities in quality and affordable housing, modern urban infrastructure and related facilities. Hon. Aminah encouraged the delegation to work closely with relevant Government institutions and local partners, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, as they explore investment opportunities that can support job creation, value addition and economic growth in Uganda. #InvestmentsUg | #LocalContentUg