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Southern and Eastern Africa Trade, Information and Negotiations Institute(SEATINI) works on trade,fiscal & investment related matters
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SEATINI UGANDA Executve Director Jane Nalunga, Executive Director @SEATINIUGANDA pens down issues of concern relating to #climatejustice which are likely to impact Uganda's coffee sector.
📻 Tune into 87.9 Akaboozi Fm tonight starting at 8:00PM to join this insightful talkshow as our Executive Director, Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director @SEATINIUGANDA shares perspectives on the establishment of China Town Store in Uganda and the concerns from domestic traders and producers.
Over the last 3 years, Arua District has achieved key milestones using locally collected revenue: . Tax Register Expansion Program (TREP) to formalize businesses . Street lights installation (UGX 140M) . CCTV installation for security (UGX 9M) Ministry of Local Government Government of Uganda
📌 Happening Now Tune into 87.9 Akaboozi Fm now to join this insightful discussion as our Executive Director shares views on the establishment of China Town Store in Uganda & the concerns raised by domestic traders & producers. Listen live 👉 p.onlineradiobox.com/ug/akaboozi/pl…
We must look at China Town's impact on our economy broadly. While prices may be lower, is this where we want to go as Ugandans? The long-term effect on local industries and jobs is crucial. - Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director SEATINI UGANDA ,Executive Director, @SEATINIUGANDA
Ms. Jane Nalunga, Executive Director Jane Nalunga, Executive Director @SEATINIUGANDA : In Uganda, we have some factories in industrial parks that are more like islands with no forward & backward linkages.
China’s influence is global, not just in Uganda. But we must assess the implications for our traders and industries. Are we sacrificing local growth for cheaper goods? - Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director SEATINI UGANDA ,Executive Director, @SEATINIUGANDA
It’s time to examine the true cost of cheap items from China Town. While prices may be appealing, how many jobs are being lost in the process? Let’s think long-term for our economy. - Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director SEATINI UGANDA ,Executive Director, @SEATINIUGANDA
Uganda must be mindful of the broader trade issues at hand. How many jobs does China Town bring in versus how many are lost due to local traders struggling? Let’s look at the bigger picture. - Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director SEATINI UGANDA,Executive Director, @SEATINIUGANDA
Uganda’s trade policy must be designed with balance in mind. What are we receiving from China, and what are we exporting? A strong, balanced trade partnership is crucial for progress. - Ms. Jane Nalunga Jane Nalunga, Executive Director SEATINI UGANDA ,Executive Director, @SEATINIUGANDA
As we wrap up today's engagement, local government officials from Zombo, Nebbi, and Arua Districts have shared their budgets and plans, which will contribute to the Local Government budget process for FY 2025/26. #TaxJusticeUG Ministry of Local Government Oxfam in Uganda SEATINI UGANDA
With the EU's 30th December 2024 deadline approaching, we must map all coffee farmers using GPS and polygons to ensure market access. Registration is FREE, thanks to government and donor support. - Dr. Gerald Kyalo, Director Development Services, Uganda Coffee Development Authority