List of all articles filed under “africa-reports” category.
On Tuesday, 25th of February Tilisi hosted a panel discussion on Understanding the Advantages of Developing in a Master Planned Project in conjunction with the Kenya Property Developers Association (KPDA). Tilisi is a 400-acre mixed-use urban development, distinctly zoned into residential, commercial and logistics precincts. Set just 30 km from Nairobi’s CBD, at the intersection of Limuru Road and Waiyaki Way.
Abid Alam, Managing Director of Alam Group, gives an overview of the sugar market in Uganda and explains what are the competitive advantages of the group in this area.
Rene Industries is a leading pharmaceutical company in Uganda and East Africa, providing affordable quality medicines to the population. Headquartered in Kampala, Rene Industries began its journey in 1996 as Rene Pharmacy Limited, which imported and distributed pharmaceutical products. As of now, the company manufactures over 140 products, covering over 22 therapeutic ranges.
Dr. Amos Nzeyi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Crown Beverages Limited, discusses the many investment opportunities Uganda has to offer, in many areas such as: oil and gas, tourism, agriculture, mineral deposits, etc.
Prof. Sandy Stevens Tickodri-Togboa shares his assessment of the automotive sector in Uganda and presents Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC), a State Enterprise established to champion the development of the domestic automotive value chain for job and wealth creation. KMC developed Africa’s first electric vehicle in 2011, Africa’s first hybrid vehicle in 2014 and Africa’s first solar electric bus in 2016.
Steven Kabagambe gives an overview of Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UNCCI), an organization focused on enhancing business opportunities locally, regionally and internationally, and promoting trade and investment in the country. In Uganda, the Chamber is over 80 years old and acts as a nationwide umbrella organization for the private sector.
Paddy Muramiira shares his assessment of the soft drink sector in Uganda and explains what makes Crown Beverages different from other companies in the beverage industry. He then talks about the importance of CSR and preserving the environment. Paddy Muramiira also shares his vision for Crown Beverages to be the best beverage manufacturer and supplier in Uganda and the region.
Alykhan Allibhai shares his assessment of the apartment hotel sector in Uganda and presents The Seventeen Apartment-Hotel. Located on Kololo Hill Lane in Kampala, The Seventeen Apartment-Hotel is a contemporary scheme of 17 fully furnished and serviced luxury apartments, with excellent amenities and reliable services.
Uganda is ready for take-off. According to Dr. Amos Nzeyi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Crown Beverages Limited, there probably has never been a better time to invest in Uganda than today.
The real estate market is poised for an uptick in activity, according to East African Property Investment (EAPI) Summit analysts, following the recent moves to reopen financial flows into the sector by uncapping interest rates. The change follows a decline in financing that saw the sector’s contribution to the country’s GDP halve from 8.8 per cent in 2016 to 4.1 per cent by 2018.
