Ugandan Tycoon Dr. Hamis Kiggundu Advocates for Stronger Uganda-Namibia Ties at Presidential Inauguration

Kyambadde Lawrence

Category: Economics

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Published: 24 March 2025

The Ham Enterprises founder, ranked among Uganda's top five wealthiest individuals, attended the March 21, 2025 swearingin ceremony of President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah Namibia's first female president. During the event, Dr. Kiggundu emphasized:

1. Agricultural Partnerships: Proposed joint ventures in food production and processing
2. Investment Reciprocity: Encouraged Namibian investors to explore Uganda's growing sectors
3. Knowledge Exchange: Suggested skills transfer programs between the two nations

Strengthening Bilateral Relations
This engagement continues Dr. Kiggundu's longstanding efforts to foster UgandaNamibia relations, including:
January 2024 hosting of thenVice President Ndaitwah at Nakivubo's Ham Stadium during NAM Summit

January 2024 hosting of then Vice President Ndaitwah at Nakivubo's Ham Stadium during NAM Summit
Regular business diplomacy initiatives with Namibian officials
Facilitation of trade delegations between both countries

President Ndaitwah's Response
The newly inaugurated 72yearold leader acknowledged Uganda's investment potential, recalling her positive 2024 visit. She committed to:
Establishing a bilateral trade framework
Encouraging Namibian private sector engagement in Uganda
Supporting agricultural technology transfers

Kyambadde Lawrence

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