President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon the communities surrounding Kapeeka Industrial Park to seize its opportunities to market their products and uplift household incomes.
The President made these remarks while officiating the opening of a two-day trade fair at Namunkekera Agro Processing Limited, located in Nakaseke District.
“I commend Gen. Salim Saleh for his strategic vision in securing land for investment, which paved the way for establishing this industrial park,” Museveni stated.
He further extended his appreciation to the investors who have responded to his call to invest in Uganda, acknowledging their critical role in fostering the country’s economic growth.
Local farmers appealed for financial support, requesting UGX 4.4 billion to enhance their SACCO’s production capacity.
President Museveni also addressed ongoing land disputes, assuring veterans that they will not face forced evictions from their land, and pledged to meet with Gen. Salim Saleh to find a resolution.
Vice President Jessica Alupo praised Kapeeka Industrial Park for its role in advancing Uganda’s import substitution strategy and expanding trade opportunities.
The vice president recognized the contributions of investors towards the country’s economic transformation and lauded Gen. Salim Saleh’s patriotism in executing the President’s industrialization agenda.
The Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, Francis Mwebesa,
credited President Museveni’s leadership in championing industrialization, which has played a pivotal role in Uganda’s economic progress.
The Minister of State for Privatisation and Investment, Evelyn Anite, emphasized the significance of the “Buy Uganda, Build Uganda” (BUBU) initiative, urging Ugandans to support local products to boost national revenue and create jobs.
Minister Anite noted that Kapeeka Industrial Park currently employs over 15,000 people, greatly contributing to reducing unemployment in the area.
Alice Kaboyo, the Minister of State for the Luwero Triangle and Rwenzori Region, highlighted Kapeeka’s historical journey from a battleground to a thriving industrial center, attributing this transformation to President Museveni’s visionary leadership.
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Reported by Shamim Saad