The Government of Uganda, through the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Secretariat – Office of the President in collaboration with Greenhouse Capital, is proud to announce the 2nd Edition of Uganda Investor Summit (UIS) 2025 (the Summit), set to take place at Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala, Uganda.
Themed “Innovation to Market”, the 2nd Edition of the Summit forms a high-level anchor to Uganda’s National Science Week (NSW), which attracts over 300,000 participants, including global innovation stakeholders. The Summit will bring together over 100 international and local investors, senior government officials, corporates, and high-potential startups in a two-day exchange focused on catalyzing investment across Uganda’s fastest-growing and most strategic sectors.
With a laser focus on sectors such as Mobility, Digital Biotech, Aerospace, Import Substitution, Industry 4.0+, and Export-Targeted Science and Technology, UIS 2025 aims to showcase Uganda’s untapped investment potential and position the country as East Africa’s next innovation frontier.
The premier Summit catalyzed significant developments within Uganda’s innovation ecosystem, leading to landmark deals, accelerated startup growth, and the formation of cross-border partnerships. These outcomes underscore the Summit’s role as a pivotal platform for connecting visionary entrepreneurs with strategic investors and partners, fostering an environment conducive to transformative economic progress.
The Government of Uganda has demonstrated unwavering commitment to building a thriving innovation economy—introducing policies like the 10-year tax exemption for innovative companies, significant infrastructure investment, and ease-of-doing-business reforms.
UIS 2025 will feature:
- Keynote speeches by regional and global industry leaders from Uganda, East Africa And across the world.
- Curated startup showcases with investor-ready opportunities
- Panel discussions with policymakers and tech founders
- Sector tours and deep-dives into Uganda’s industrial capacity
- Deal-making sessions and high-level networking
According to the IMF (Source: Africa News 06/05/2025), the East African region is poised to cross $1 trillion in GDP in the near term with Uganda tracking as the fourth largest economy in the region. Uganda has maintained a steady 6.3% average growth rate over the last three decades (Source: Wikipedia, 2025), making this Summit an unmissable opportunity for investors eyeing long-term growth markets.
UIS 2025 is more than an event; it’s a gateway to invest in Africa’s most exciting frontier market.
To register or request an invitation:
Visit www.ugandainvestorsummit.com
Or email: events_rsvp@greenhouse.capital
About Uganda Investor Summit (UIS)
Held as part of the National Science Week, Uganda Investor Summit is Uganda’s flagship investment platform, connecting investors with scalable businesses and showcasing the country’s bold innovation agenda. UIS is organized by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) and Greenhouse Capital.
About National Science Week (NSW)
An initiative of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) – Office of the President, NSW is an annual celebration of Uganda’s scientific progress and a platform to elevate tech-driven solutions that power economic transformation.
