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Browse 19 investment opportunities across 7 sectors, and connect with the agencies that can guide your next step.
Uganda is the 2nd largest producer of fresh fruits and vegetables in Africa (~5.3M tonnes annually). Pineapple production in greater Luwero estimated at 1,440,725 MT. Government through UDC plans fruit processing factory.
Investment
USD 9.7 Million
ROI
18-25% annually
Timeline
24-36 months
Agency
Uganda Development Corporation
Cassava processing factory in Pader District producing starch, ethanol, CO2, and DDGS. Addresses poor postharvest management and promotes agro-industrialisation in Northern Uganda.
Investment
USD 16.5 Million
ROI
17-24% annually
Timeline
24-36 months
Agency
Uganda Development Corporation
Cocoa processing factory in Bundibugyo district for primary and secondary cocoa products. Cocoa is one of ten strategic commodities selected by Government of Uganda for agro-industrialisation.
Investment
USD 24.3 Million
ROI
20-28% annually
Timeline
24-48 months
Agency
Uganda Development Corporation
Cotton spinning mill in Lira to process Uganda's cotton into yarn and textiles. Supports the cotton-to-garment value chain and import substitution for textile products.
Investment
USD 44.34 Million
ROI
18-25% annually
Timeline
24-48 months
Agency
Uganda Investment Authority
Large-scale soluble coffee processing facility to add value to Uganda's coffee exports. Uganda is Africa's largest coffee exporter and 8th globally.
Investment
USD 48.1M (Capex) + USD 33.89M (Annual Opex)
ROI
20-30% annually
Timeline
24-48 months
Agency
Uganda Coffee Development Authority
Major tourism infrastructure development at Mount Elgon National Park. Includes lodges, visitor centres, trails, and adventure tourism facilities.
Investment
USD 79 Million
ROI
15-25% annually
Timeline
36-60 months
Agency
Uganda Tourism Board
Development of tourist infrastructure at Uganda's equator crossing points. Visitor centres, restaurants, souvenir shops, and educational exhibits.
Investment
USD 8.7 Million
ROI
20-30% annually
Timeline
18-30 months
Agency
Uganda Tourism Board
Development of geothermal spa and eco-adventure resort facilities leveraging Uganda's natural hot springs and water features.
Investment
USD 23.9 Million
ROI
18-28% annually
Timeline
24-48 months
Agency
Uganda Tourism Board
Premium hotel development offering panoramic mountain views and luxury accommodation for high-end tourists and business travellers.
Investment
USD 40 Million
ROI
18-28% annually
Timeline
30-48 months
Agency
Uganda Tourism Board
Infrastructure upgrade and expansion at Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC/Entebbe Zoo). Modernise facilities to international standards.
Investment
USD 15.6 Million
ROI
15-22% annually
Timeline
24-36 months
Agency
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
Integrated cement, lime, and marble manufacturing facility in Moroto district leveraging abundant limestone and marble deposits in the Karamoja sub-region.
Investment
USD 105.5 Million
ROI
20-30% annually
Timeline
36-60 months
Agency
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development
First-of-its-kind sheet glass manufacturing plant in Masaka district on Lake Victoria shores, utilizing abundant high-quality silica sand with high silica content.
Investment
USD 44.6 Million
ROI
18-25% annually
Timeline
36-48 months
Agency
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development
GLISCO expansion of iron processing in Mbarara. 75,000MT steel smelting, 150,000MT sponge iron, 250,000MT wire rods. Mining lease in Kisoro with hematite ore (Fe 80%+).
Investment
USD 53 Million
ROI
20-30% annually
Timeline
36-48 months
Agency
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development
Region's first WHO-certified medical consumables manufacturer. Surgical and examination gloves with 10-year government off-take agreement. Captures 70% of Uganda's glove market.
Investment
USD 18 Million
ROI
25-35% annually
Timeline
18-30 months
Agency
Uganda Investment Authority
Premium waterfront mixed-use development on Lake Victoria. Residential, commercial, marina, and hospitality facilities.
Investment
USD 10 - 45 Million
ROI
15-22% annually
Timeline
24-60 months
Agency
Uganda Investment Authority
Innovative floating solar plant on Isimba hydropower reservoir. 14,208 PV modules, 17,050 MWh/year production. Feasibility by Swedfund grant.
Investment
USD 15 Million
ROI
12-18% annually
Timeline
24-36 months
Agency
Uganda Electricity Generation Company
Run-of-river hydropower on Anyau River in Yumbe, West Nile. 2 Francis turbines, 24.7GWh/year. Feasibility by Tractebel (AFD grant).
Investment
USD 36 Million
ROI
10-16% annually
Timeline
36-60 months
Agency
Uganda Electricity Generation Company
Rehabilitation of 1MW Maziba hydro plant in Kabale, ceased operation in 2001 due to silt and equipment deterioration. Electromechanical and substation rehabilitation.
Investment
USD 10 Million
ROI
12-18% annually
Timeline
18-30 months
Agency
Uganda Electricity Generation Company
17-acre IT and Business Process Outsourcing park in Kampala. Catalyst for knowledge-based economy. USD 200M investment supported by NITA-U.
Investment
USD 200 Million
ROI
20-35% annually
Timeline
36-60 months
Agency
National Information Technology Authority Uganda
