Danish Companies Target Uganda’s Agriculture and Manufacturing Sectors as Investment

Kampala April 9, 2026 - Denmark is stepping up efforts to expand its commercial footprint in Uganda, with a renewed focus on attracting investment and supporting Danish firms already operating in the country, according to Ambassador Signe Winding Alberg. She made the remarks during a visit to Uganda’s State House Investors Protection Unit, underscoring strengthening bilateral economic relations anchored in trade, investment, and sustainable development. Alberg highlighted growing Danish interest in sectors such as agriculture, food processing, and safety technologies. She cited examples including a Danish-linked pineapple processing facility that adds value to Ugandan agricultural produce, as well as Fire Express, which is introducing modern fire safety solutions in the country. “We remain very committed to strengthening the Danish business community here in Uganda to deepen our commercial engagement,” Alberg said. “We have a very active business community that is growing here, and we value Uganda as an investment destination for foreign investors.” She also announced that the Danish Agriculture and Food Council is expected to visit Uganda on April 22, 2026, accompanied by ten companies in the agri-food sector. The delegation will explore partnerships and investment opportunities, while engaging government institutions on market entry strategies. Alberg emphasized that supporting existing investors remains central to Denmark’s approach, noting that successful established companies encourage further investment. She pointed to Motorcare, a Danish-affiliated company operating in Uganda for over 30 years, which is seeking improved clarity on public procurement processes in the automotive sector. “We are very focused on attracting new Danish investment while supporting our existing investors,” she said. Ugandan officials welcomed the engagement, reaffirming commitment to improving the investment climate. The meeting was hosted by Col. Edith Nakalema, who said Uganda values partnerships that support industrialization and value addition. “We remain fully committed to creating an investor-friendly climate for Danish investors in Uganda,” Nakalema said, noting that the State House unit works closely with government agencies to fast-track investor concerns. She highlighted the electronic Investors Protection Portal, which allows investors to coordinate with multiple government departments through a single platform aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays. Officials said the discussions also focused on strengthening procurement transparency and improving coordination for foreign companies operating in Uganda. The engagement reflects Uganda’s broader strategy to attract foreign direct investment, expand industrial capacity, and deepen partnerships in key sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure as part of its long-term economic transformation agenda.