President Yoweri Museveni has appealed to Ugandan exporters to strictly adhere to international product standards, saying quality compliance is essential if the country is to compete effectively and expand its presence in foreign markets.
On his the message was delivered by Vice President Jessica Alupo during the Uganda International Business Week, emphasised that exporters risk losing lucrative opportunities when their products fall short of global expectations. Museveni said Uganda must position itself as a dependable trading partner by ensuring its goods meet recognised benchmarks in processing, packaging and certification.
He noted that the ongoing business forum which has attracted buyers from several global markets offers Uganda a significant chance to turn foreign interest into tangible export orders. To fully benefit, he urged local producers to strengthen quality control, improve product handling and adopt standards that allow their goods to enter competitive markets without restrictions.
Museveni added that Uganda’s long term economic growth depends on increasing export volumes and diversifying the country’s trade portfolio. Meeting global standards, he said, will reduce incidences of rejected consignments, minimise delays at borders and boost confidence among international buyers.
Government officials echoed the President’s call, saying Uganda has the capacity to grow its export footprint if producers work closely with regulatory agencies and invest in better production systems. They encouraged businesses to use the trade forum to secure partnerships, expand networks and identify new market opportunities.
Museveni concluded that Uganda must convert its production strength into globally competitive export value and strict adherence to international standards is central to achieving that vision.