President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on investors from the United Kingdom and across Europe to increase their investment in Uganda and the wider African continent, saying stronger economic partnerships are essential for driving industrial growth and sustainable development.
The President made the remarks during a meeting at State House, Entebbe, with Baroness Chapman. The discussions centered on enhancing Uganda–United Kingdom relations, with a strong focus on trade, investment, and economic cooperation.
President Museveni said Africa presents vast opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, minerals, and other productive sectors, urging European investors to move beyond traditional trade and establish long-term investments that create jobs and support local industries.
He stressed that increased foreign investment would accelerate value addition, boost exports, strengthen industrialisation, and generate employment opportunities, benefiting both African and European economies through expanded trade and shared prosperity.
The President also welcomed Baroness Chapman to Uganda and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to maintaining the warm and longstanding relationship between Uganda and the United Kingdom while exploring new areas of cooperation.
The meeting was attended by Haruna Kasolo Kyeyune, Lisa Chesney, senior government officials, and members of the British delegation, who discussed ways of deepening collaboration in investment and development.