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Government & UMA Reinforce Commitment to Boost Local Manufacturing at 12th Eastern Region Trade Fair
In a bid to uplift local manufacturing, Honourable Gidudu Mafabi, the Minister of State for Elderly Affairs, representing the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, has pledged substantial support to the industry at the 12th Eastern Region Trade Fair. Organized by the Uganda...
12th UMA Eastern Region Trade Fair Kicks Off Today at Mbale S.S Grounds..
31st May 2023, Mbale, Uganda - The 12th UMA Eastern Region Trade Fair (ERTF) starts today, marking the revival of the regional business development event. Held at the Mbale S.S Grounds, the trade fair will showcase the achievements, innovations, and products of local...
UMA & URA Collaborate to Empower Businesses Through Tax Education Clinics
In an effort to promote tax compliance, increase business knowledge, and streamline taxation processes, and resolve members’ issues related to tax administration, the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) partnered with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to organize...
Unlocking Opportunities for Ugandan Manufacturers in the AfCFTA Market: Challenges and Solutions
On 15th May, the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) together with other partners and key sector players met with Mr. Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the Africa Free Continental Trade Area (AfCFTA) during the private sector dialogue on harnessing opportunities...
UMA Boosts Security in Manufacturing Sector with Comprehensive Training Initiative
The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) recently hosted a comprehensive security management training at the UMA Multipurpose Hall from May 10th to 12th, 2023. The initiative aimed to equip individuals responsible for security management in organizations with...
UMA & NEMA Strengthen Collaboration for Environmental Sustainability
KAMPALA, May 11, 2023: The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) hosted a meeting with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) to discuss collaborative efforts towards environmental sustainability in Uganda. Both parties highlighted the importance of...
UMA BID CALLS
12TH UMA ERTF REQUIREMENTS 2023 NOITEMDESCRIPTION1.STAND BY ELECTRICIANDISTRIBUTE POWER FROM THE MAIN FEEDER TO ALL EXHIBITION STANDS2.STAND BY PLUMBERDISTRIBUTE WATER TO THE DESIGNATED AREAS (FOOD COURT AND WASHROOM AREA)3CLEANERSCLEANING THE TRADE FAIR GROUNDS FOR...
Uganda Manufacturers Association Launches Digital Membership Certificates
KAMPALA, April 27, 2023 - The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) has launched its Digital Membership Certificates during a Board meeting at the UMA head office. The new certificates align with the association's commitment to digital...
UMA & USAID Conduct Capacity Validation Study on Uganda’s Steel and Plastics Sector.
The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA), in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), concluded a capacity validation study on Uganda's steel and plastics sector on 12th April 2023. The study aimed at assessing the capacity of...
Uganda Manufacturers Association meets Hon. Bahati to Discuss NEMA Penalties and Their Impact on Businesses
On April 3rd, representatives from the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) met with the State Minister for Industry, Hon. David Bahati, to express their concerns over the recently issued National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) regulations. UMA cited issues...
UMA & URA Agree to Push for Tax Related Reforms through MoU
Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have agreed to renew their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration and push for tax-related reforms to support the growth of the industry. The agreement was made during...
Member Invitation: Security Management Training (12th-14th April 2023)
Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) is organizing a security management training designed to improve the security awareness and management capacity of your organization. The training seeks to enhance understanding of the principles and practice of Security...
BID CALL: Bid Process for Required Repair Works for The UMA Multipurpose Hall
Below is the list of proposed repair, maintenance and upgrade works for the UMA Multipurpose Hall. STORM DRAIN CHANNEL WORKS Scope of work; Repairs to existing stone work walls to fill up cracks and gaps that are taking in water. Repairs on existing stone work walls...
UMA Partners With Makerere University to Provide Job Readiness Training To Graduates
On March 2nd, 2023, Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) participated in the Makerere University Careers Fair at Freedom Square, where they announced their partnership with the university to provide job readiness training to recent graduates. The Access to...
U-Home Holdings Pre-Launches Locally Made Phones and TVs in Uganda with Support from Uganda Manufacturers Association
U-Home Holdings Limited pre-launched their locally-made phones and televisions at an event hosted by the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) on 15th March 2023 at the UMA Head Office. The aim of the engagement was aimed to increase market for U-Home Holdings phones...
UMA Board Members Strategize on Industry Growth, Fire Safety, and Succession Planning
Board Members: (L-R) Mr. Adinarayana Balcha, Mr. Ramesh Babu, Mr. Jim Kabeho, UMA ED- Dr. Ezra Rubanda, Session facilitator- Patrick Opio, UMA Chairman- Mr. Deo JB Kayemba, Mr. Eddie Ssenkumba, Mr. Aga Sekalala, Mr. Richard Mubiru, Mr. Mayondo Mansuli, Ms. Theodora...
Member Invitation: Duty Remission Sensitization Workshops: 21, 22, 23, & 28 March 2023
Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) is organizing countrywide Duty Remission sensitisation workshops for its members from the 21 to 28th of March 2023. Duty remission is a reduction on import duty on goods imported for the manufacture of goods in a partner...
UMA Executive Director Applauds Tembo Steel’s Strategic Move to Focus On Core Strengths And Foster Growth In Smaller Companies.
Tembo Steel Takes Bold Steps to Foster Growth and Development in the Steel Industry UMA Executive Director, Ezra Rubanda has applauded Tembo Steel’s strategic decision to close its nail making plant to foster growth of smaller companies producing nails. Tembo Steel...
UMA Chairman Calls for Investment in Mining and Agriculture Sectors at Trade and Investment Summit in South Africa
The Chairman of Uganda Manufacturers Association, Deo Kayemba, has called for increased investment in Uganda's mining and agricultural sectors, as he addressed delegates at the recently concluded Trade and Investment Summit in Pretoria, South Africa. President Yoweri...
Moving Towards Direct Power Purchase: ERA, UMA On Benchmarking Trip to Namibia
Delegation in Namibia: Representatives from Electricity Regulatory Authority, Uganda Manufacturers Association, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Energy, Members of Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and Members of Parliament. In 2020, Uganda's President,...
Request For A List Of Products That You Can Supply To The Electricity Supply Industry (ESI)
Dear UMA Member, As you may be aware, on 15 February, Uganda Manufacturers Association hosted the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa to an energy dialogue between the electricity sector Agencies, and...
Updates from the Industrial Energy Dialogue Held On 15th Feb 2023 At Uma Head Office
Dear UMA Member, This is to inform you that on 15th February 2023, a dialogue on industrial energy was held at UMA showgrounds to address electricity challenges facing the manufacturing sector. The dialogue was presided over...
Invitation To the UMA-ERA Electricity Dialogue Aimed At Facilitating Increased Power Uptake By The Manufacturing Sector On 15th/02/2023, 11:00am At The Uma Head Office
UMA is hosting a one-day dialogue aimed at addressing among others, the following salient issues: Sensitization of UMA Members on how the Members can leverage the current electricity regulatory environment to tap into a reduction...
We Are Hiring (M&E Officer) Under the Access to Employment Project.
Position of Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the Access to Employment Project.( February to June 2023) 1. Preamble Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) is partnering with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH to implement the Access...
Call for Bids (Supply Of Startup Kits for Building Construction, Tailoring, Motorcycle Mechanics & Agroforestry)
PROVISION OF STARTUP KITS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION, TAILORING, MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS AND AGROFORESTRY FOR ENABEL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT IN KARAMOJA REGIONDated: 1st February 2023 Uganda Manufacturers Association in partnership with Moroto Technical Institute (MTl)...
“UTC-Bushenyi Showcases Advanced Manufacturing Training Capacity to Industry Professionals”
The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) recently partnered with the Uganda Technical College (UTC) in Bushenyi to host technical staff from 40 manufacturing companies. The tour was aimed at showcasing the college's capacity to...
Competition Bill to Resolve Value Chain Distortions in Uganda’s Manufacturing Sector – UMA Chairman
Mr. Deo Kayemba, the Chairman of the Uganda Manufacturers Association, has said that the Competition Bill will resolve value chain distortions in Uganda’s manufacturing sector. He made these remarks while appearing before the Parliament Committee on Trade, Tourism and...
INVITATION TO ATTEND THE UNBS STAKEHOLDER’S ENGAGEMENT
INVITATION TO ATTEND THE UNBS STAKEHOLDER’S ENGAGEMENT ON WEDNESDAY 18TH JANUARY, 2022 AT THE UNBS HEADQUARTERS IN BWEYOGERERE
UMA-UN Suppliers Seminar
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held in UMA Multipurpose Hall at UMA Showgrounds Kampala on Thursday 8th day of December 2022 at 10:00am.
UMA Holds Post Budget Symposium
Themed: Positioning the Manufacturing Sector to Facilitate the Objectives of the National Budget FY2022/22
URA EFRIS Implementation date
EFFECTIVE DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE URA E-INVOICING/RECEIPTING SYSTEM (EFRIS) PUSHED TO 1ST JANUARY 2021
UMA Protests Government’s Inability to Resolve the Unfair Trade Practices by Kenya
UMA PROTESTS GOVERNMENT’S INABILITY TO DECISIVELY RESOLVE THE UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES SUBJECTED TO UGANDA BY THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN BLATANT DISREGARD TO THE EAC COMMON MARKET COMMITMENTS
