16th National Competitiveness Forum (NCF)

Theme: Leveraging Regional Opportunities for Food Processing and Animal Feeds Sectors in Uganda. 

Date: Thursday, 23rd October 2025

Venue: Golf Course Hotel, Kampala

The National Competitiveness Forum (NCF) is an annual Public–Private dialogue convened by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development through the Directorate of Economic Affairs. It provides a platform for government, private sector, academia, and development partners to engage on issues that shape Uganda’s competitiveness and private sector growth.

Now in its 16th edition, the Forum comes at a strategic moment as Uganda begins implementing the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV) and the Tenfold Growth Strategy. This year’s discussions focus on how Uganda can leverage regional trade opportunities to expand its food processing and animal feeds sectors—industries with significant potential to drive exports, create jobs, and strengthen agro-industrial value chains.

The Forum will feature high-level presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions bringing together key policymakers, business leaders, researchers, and investors. Participants will take stock of lessons from past engagements, share practical experiences, and chart policy and investment priorities to unlock growth.

Outcomes from the Forum are expected to guide both public and private actions that position Uganda to tap into emerging opportunities within the East African Community, AfCFTA, and other regional markets, contributing directly to the country’s competitiveness and long-term economic transformation.