The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has urged Swedish investors to explore Uganda’s growing market, promising robust government support and ironclad mechanisms to safeguard foreign investments.
Col. Nakalema made the remarks on September 23, 2026, during a high-level meeting with the Swedish Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Anna-Maria Olsson, and the Embassy’s Head of Political, Economic, and Commercial Affairs, Lotta Segerström. The diplomatic engagement focused on deepening bilateral trade ties and streamlining the investment landscape for European enterprises.
During the discussions, the Swedish delegation highlighted energy and transport as primary sectors of interest for expanded commercial ventures in Uganda.
To address historical challenges faced by foreign businesses, Col. Nakalema emphasized that SHIPU is actively dismantling bureaucratic bottlenecks. The unit acts as a centralized liaison, coordinating various government ministries, departments, and agencies to deliver swift, synchronized assistance to incoming businesses.
As part of the briefing, Col. Nakalema demonstrated the capabilities of the Electronic Investors Protection Portal (EIPP). The digital platform allows international firms to perform vital due diligence and securely connect with verification agencies before committing capital to local projects.
“Our mission is to cultivate a seamless investment ecosystem,” Col. Nakalema stated. “Through the EIPP, investors can execute early due diligence, seamlessly interface with official channels, and rely on structured, cross-agency support from day one.”
Beyond infrastructure, Col. Nakalema noted that Uganda is eager to partner with Sweden’s world-class tech and innovation sectors. This collaboration aims to drive sustainable employment and equip Uganda’s large, youthful demographic with future-ready digital skills. While Uganda continues to prioritize capital-intensive infrastructure, the government is simultaneously positioning agro-processing, technology, and manufacturing as critical pillars for long-term economic partnership.
