NOTICE OF RESTRICTIONS OF IMPORTS AND EXPORTS
Notice of restrictions of import and exports …
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR TEN (10) REGULAR ESTABLISHED PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS AT COMESA
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR TEN (10) REGULAR ESTABLISHED PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS 1. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) is a regional grouping of 21 African States which have agreed to promote regional integration through trade development and trade facilitation. More information can be obtained from the COMESA website www.comesa.int. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced professionals from COMESA Member States for the following positions: NAME OF VACANT POSTS 1 Director of Gender and Social Affairs 2 Chief of Strategy, Planning and Policy Harmonization 3 Chief of Resource Mobilization and International Cooperation 4 Information Technology …
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR FOUR PROFESSIONAL POSITION AT THE COMESA COMPETITION COMMISSION
The COMESA Competition Commission (“the Commission”) is a regional body corporate established under Article 6 of the COMESA Competition Regulations (“the Regulations”) promulgated under Article 55 of the COMESA1 Treaty. The Commission is responsible for promoting competition and enhancing the welfare of consumers in the Common Market. The main functions of the Commission are to monitor markets and investigate anti-competitive business practices, control mergers and other forms of acquisitions in the Common Market and mediate disputes between the Member States concerning anti-competitive conduct. The Commission is located in Lilongwe, Malawi. More information can be obtained from the Commission’s website http://www.comesacompetition.org/. …
World Chamber Federation Africa Summit in Nairobi
The Hon. MInister of State for Trade, is in Nairobi participating at the World Chamber Federation Africa Summit held at Raddison Blue Hotel, Nairobi Kenya, 9th to 10th April, 2024. The Summit was opened by H.E the President of Kenya. As a panelists presenting on; Possible strategies to integrate African businesses into Global Value Chains and Policy actions needed to accelerate AfCFTA Implementation for continent wide economic growth At the sidelines of the Summit the Hon. Minister also held discussions with the Secretary General of the World Chamber Federation, on possible partnerships for MTIC and World Chamber Federation on creation …
Kenya benchmarks Uganda to increase their Coffee and Dairy Production
A delegation of Kenyan government officials, researchers and members of coffee and dairy cooperative unions is in Uganda on a benchmarking visit to learn more on how Uganda has managed to increase its coffee production over the years and surpassed Kenya whose coffee production has declined over the years, impacting smallholder farmers and the overall value chain. Uganda produces significantly more coffee annually compared to Kenya. Uganda’s annual production is around 300,000 metric tons, while Kenya produces approximately 50,000 metric tons annually. The Kenyan delegation headed by Mr. David Obonyo, the Commissioner for Cooperative Development in the Ministry of Cooperatives …
NATIONAL TRADE REVIEW CONFERENCE 2025
The Uganda National Trade Review Conference kicked off on 26th March 2025 at Speke Resort, Munyonyo, with the theme:”Towards Trade Competitiveness for achieving the 10-fold growth strategy.” In Attendance are the Minister of Trade Hon. Mwebesa Francis, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Industry) Hon. Bahati David, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Trade ) Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, Heads of Diplomatic Missions, Members of Parliament, Permanent Secretaries, The Country Director, Trade Mark Africa, Senior Government Officials, Business Leaders, Members of leading Academic, Research and Civil Society Organizations and members of the press. Find attached the …
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THREE (3) REGULAR ESTABLISHED PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS AT COMESA
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) is a regional grouping of 21 African States which have agreed to promote regional integration through trade development and trade facilitation. More information can be obtained from the COMESA website www.comesa.int. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced professionals from COMESA Member States for the following positions: 1. Head of Public Relations and Communications 2. Energy Economist 3 . Transport Expert (Roads) Procedurally, Uganda applicants submit to the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Trade,Industry and Cooperatives Deadline: 11th April 2025 Click here for application form : COMESA-Job-Application-Form Click here for details>> …
DEMO DAY – NINJA Acceleration Program for Growth Stage in Uganda
The NINJA Acceleration Program for Growth Stage in Uganda is a dynamic initiative by the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives (MTIC) and JICA. 10 high-potential Ugandan startups were selected from over 130 high-quality applications for this acceleration program. The program had several key highlights: – 20 workshops and masterclasses – 45 1-on-1 mentoring sessions – 13 Industry visits – 3 international mentors visited Kampala and spent over 50 hours with the founders – 50 B2B introductions – 20 investor connect series – 1 Nairobi Immersion Tour After 4-months of acceleration, our 10 rockstar startups are ready to hit the …
INTERNAL ADVERT FOR THE UGANDA FREE ZONES AND EXPORT PROMOTION AUTHORITY (ONLY STAFF AFFECTED BY RAPEX) )
In line with the Cabinet Directive dated 22nd February 2021, under Cabinet Minute Extract 43 (CT 2012), which approved the RAPEX recommendations and in accordance with Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority(UFZEPA) mandate, the UFZEPA Board will be conducting a validation and interview process for filling of vacant positions. This invites applications from suitably qualified, duly appointed and confirmed former staff of the Uganda Free Zones Authority and Uganda Export Promotion Board to fill the vacant posts in the newly approved structures. Applications should be addressed to the Chairperson UFZEPA plus all relevant documents namely; (O and A level …
Launch the State of Entrepreneurship in Uganda 2024 report
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, has the pleasure to present the inaugural State of Entrepreneurship in Uganda 2024 report. This groundbreaking study provides the first comprehensive assessment of the health and vibrancy of our nation’s micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector. MSMEs are the lifeblood of Uganda’s economy, accounting for over 90% of private sector firms and employing millions of citizens. Their vitality directly impacts the livelihoods of countless families and communities across our country. This report shines a light on the tremendous entrepreneurial spirit of Ugandans and the resilience of our MSMEs, whilst also identifying …
