 | The Preliminary study on the state of local ICT equipment manufacturing in Uganda report represents an exploration of Uganda's potential to develop a dynamic and competitive local ICT equipment manufacturing sector. At its core, this study seeks to provide actionable insights and recommendations to foster technological self-reliance, drive economic diversification, and create meaningful employment opportunities. Uganda's ICT manufacturing sector is still in its infancy. The nation remains heavily reliant on imported components, which creates cost inefficiencies and limits competitiveness. However, national policies such as Vision 2040 have emphasized the sector's transformative potential. What is required is a cohesive strategy to translate these aspirations into measurable outcomes. Through this study, the gap is bridged by conducting an in-depth evaluation of the current ecosystem, consulting stakeholders, and benchmarking against regional peers like Kenya and Rwanda.
The report was developed by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), with the support of Divisions and Services in ITU Headquarters and ITU Regional Office for Africa under the 'Technical Assistance and Training to Uganda on National ICT Development Strategy' (2021-2024) project. The project is a collaboration between the Government of Uganda and ITU, supported by the Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund (GDSSCF) and ITU's ICT Development Fund (ICT-DF).
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