The India–Uganda Business Forum Roadshow 2026 has officially commenced in Ahmedabad, India, drawing participation from over 100 Indian companies seeking to explore Uganda’s growing investment landscape across key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, ICT, energy and healthcare.

The multi-city roadshow, organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in partnership with the Uganda High Commission in New Delhi, is taking place from April 13 to 17, 2026, with engagements scheduled in Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Chennai.

Speaking at the opening session held at Novotel Hotel in Ahmedabad, Joyce Kakuramatsi Kikafunda emphasized the need for economic diplomacy to translate into measurable outcomes, positioning Uganda as a competitive and reliable investment destination. She highlighted Uganda’s political stability, strategic geographic location as a gateway to East Africa, and expanding regional market access as key advantages for investors.

Uganda’s strong economic fundamentals, including an annual growth trajectory of approximately seven percent and a youthful population where more than 60 percent are young people, were presented as major drivers of future growth and business potential.

The forum is reinforcing long-standing bilateral ties between Uganda and India, built on decades of historical relations and strong people-to-people connections. Officials noted that the renewed engagement aims to unlock long-term partnerships and shared economic prosperity through joint ventures and private sector collaboration.

During the event, Uganda outlined priority investment sectors including agro-industrialization, renewable energy, tourism, mineral development, manufacturing, and science, technology and innovation. Opportunities in solar energy, agro-processing, fintech and industrialization were particularly highlighted as areas with high potential for immediate collaboration.

The Private Sector Foundation Uganda stressed the importance of cross-border partnerships and private sector-led growth, noting that deeper collaboration between Ugandan and Indian businesses will be critical in driving sustainable economic development.

On the Indian side, Achal Bakeri welcomed the initiative and noted that Indian companies possess the technical expertise, experience and financial capacity to invest in Uganda’s priority sectors on a mutually beneficial basis.

A key milestone of the forum was the launch of a jointly researched report on future pathways for India–Uganda investment opportunities, aimed at guiding investors on emerging sectors and long-term prospects.

The Ugandan delegation pitching the country’s trade and investment potential includes senior government and agency officials such as Paul Mwambu, Eria T. Kaweireku, Mohamed Ngati Kabaale, Deogratius Kyomya and Humphrey R. Asiimwe.

The roadshow will continue to Mumbai on April 15 before concluding in Chennai on April 16, as Uganda intensifies efforts to attract foreign direct investment and position itself as a leading hub for innovation, healthcare and industrial growth in East Africa.

With strong Indian presence already established in pharmaceuticals, agriculture and renewable energy, the forum is expected to catalyze new partnerships that will support Uganda’s ambition for accelerated economic transformation and potentially double-digit growth in the coming years.