Public procurement and firm performance in Uganda
This policy brief examines the impact of public procurement on domestic firms in Uganda, conducting a survey of firms which have won procurement contracts to test different hypothesis for why firms fail to scale up production when they win a procurement contract.
Harnessing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for growth in Uganda
This brief emphasizes the significance of trade facilitation reforms in the impact of the AfCFTA on Uganda’s export promotion agenda. Without these measures, exporters could suffer a decline in market share with the East African Community and liberalization could reduce border revenues by an estimated USD17 million yearly. It is therefore imperative to consider unilateral measures such as increasing investment in One-stop border posts and the electronic single window, to reduce trade costs.
Understanding Women’s Labour Market Challenges in Uganda
This policy brief addresses the under representation of women in Uganda’s labor market, where their participation stands at 39.3% compared to 57.9% for men. Key challenges include wage disparities, with women earning less across all education levels, and a high concentration in low-skilled roles, particularly in the informal sector. Women face significant caregiving burdens, spending 29.7 hours weekly on unpaid care work, which limits their employment opportunities.
Housing Conditions in Uganda: An investment Opportunity
Findings of the National population and Housing Census 2024 revealed that 60 percent of Ugandans still live in informal settlements or inadequate housing conditions. The gap is driven by rapid urbanization, population growth, and economic disparities. Closing this housing gap is a big investment opportunity under the tenfold growth strategy. Annually, over 1,000,000 Ugandans are born, putting pressure on the country’s housing sector.
Land-related Crimes still an obstacle to economic development in Uganda
Land-related crimes still pose an obstacle to economic development. These crimes encompass fraudulent land title acquisitions, criminal trespass, and illegal evictions, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities, particularly in the Central and Western regions. The Annual Crime Report 2024 revealed a rise in land related crime with additional 126 cases compared to 2023, translating to 46.5 percent increase in land-related crimes.