Uganda

The pearl of Africa

About
CCISUG

The Chamber of Commerce and industry Swiss Uganda (CCISUG) is an association under Swiss law, independant and non-profit organisation, with the aim to develop trade and economic relations between Switzerland and Uganda and thus constitute, through the services it offers and its network of members, effective support for the private sector.

UGANDA
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GDP growth rate in 2019, fell to 2.9% in 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic
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Exports (Growth) Exports 49.7 % to Sub-Saharan Africa /highest (WB, 2018)

Our mission

The chamber of commerce and industry Swiss Uganda’s mission is to:

  • Facilitate the implementation and play a role of accelerator for business development in both countries.

  • Develop relationships between our members and the business community

  • Encourage economic, commercial ties and investment relations between Switzerland and Uganda

Our vision

Be the influential and innovative facilitator driving development of the private sector between Switzerland and Uganda

Why Uganda?

Access one of the fastest growing regions in the world

Uganda and the East African region are growing steadily in both population and GDP.

Uganda is open and secure for foreign investment

Uganda is the most open country in the region for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

Highly Competitive labor Costs

Uganda offers the lowest cost workforce in the region and labor costs are forecast to grow more slowly than other EAC country.

Our team

Our dedicated and extraordinary team can meet your expectations.

Liza SEKAGGYA

President

Advisory board:

Alain-Claude NKURUNZIZA

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Rwanda

Sidi. O. AHMED VALL

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Mauritania

Dr. Gustave NGUEYE

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Cameroun

Dejene WOLDE

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Ethiopia

Mariame CHERIF HAIDARA

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Guinea

Roly MPASSI

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Congo Brazzaville

Tanaka CHIBANDA

President Chamber of commerce Swiss Zambia

Diana BAGARUKAYO

Board member, Uganda
Co-founder Mulberg group

Affiliations:

The Union of African Chambers of Commerce in Switzerland (UCCAS) results from the union of the Chambers of Commerce of various African countries in Switzerland

Priority Sectors

Investment opportunities

Agriculture Value Addition

Opportunities in large scale production, agro-processing and agribusiness.

Tourism

Opportunities in accomodation and development of new products

Mineral Value Addition

Opportunities in mining and mineral beneficiation.

Energy

Opportunities in energy and oil & gas

Edible Oils

Opportunities in production of edible oils.

Electronics

Opportunities in production of electronics.

ICT

Opportunities in Information Communication Technology.

Pharmaceuticals

Opportunities in manufacture of drugs.

Infrastructure

Opportunities in construction of various infrastructure.

Membership

benefits

  • Networking: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda is an excellent platform for business professionals to meet and connect with others in different industries in Switzerland and Uganda. Members can participate in events, meetings, and seminars to develop relationships with potential partners, clients, and other important business contacts.

  • Access to information: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda can provide valuable commercial information on the markets, regulations, events, and business opportunities in Switzerland and Uganda. Members can also benefit from market analysis and economic reports to better understand the local business environment.

  • Advocacy: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda can advocate for the interests of its members to local, regional, and national authorities in Switzerland and Uganda. Members can benefit from having their voices heard on regulatory and public policy issues that affect their businesses.

  • Professional development: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda can organize training and workshops to help members develop their skills and improve their business performance. Members can also benefit from business advisory services.

  • Visibility: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda can offer members increased visibility through events, publications, and other communication initiatives. Members can showcase their business and gain recognition within the community.

  • Access to partners and resources: The Chamber of Commerce Swiss Uganda can help members find commercial partners and local resources such as suppliers, distributors, and service providers.

Categories of

Membership

CHF 1,200/year for small businesses based in Uganda (<50 employees) CHF 2,000/year for small businesses based in Switzerland (<50 employees) CHF 2,000/year for medium-sized businesses in Uganda (<250 employees) CHF 3,000/year for medium-sized Swiss companies (<250 employees) CHF 5,000/year for large companies (more than 300 employees)

CHF 300.-/year Startup, entrepreneurs with employees between 1 and 3 employees.

CHF 1000.-/year for associations or non-profit organizations

CHF 150.-/year for individuals.

Contact

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