Kampala, Uganda | July 10, 2026
The Minister of State for Privatization and Investment, and Head of the State House Local Content Unit, Hon. Hajjat Aminah Mukalazi, today met with Mr. Jateen Patel, Chief Executive Officer of Abyssinia Iron & Steel (U) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Abyssinia Group of Industries, one of East Africa’s leading steel manufacturers.
The engagement underscored the vital role of strategic private sector investments in driving Uganda’s industrialisation agenda through value addition, local sourcing of raw materials, and employment creation.
Hon. Mukalazi commended Abyssinia Iron & Steel (U) Ltd for its significant contribution to Uganda’s manufacturing sector, particularly its commitment to adding value to locally available resources, supporting domestic supply chains, and creating employment opportunities for Ugandans. She noted that such investments directly advance the Government’s Local Content Policy by ensuring that Ugandans and local enterprises actively participate in and benefit from the country’s economic transformation.
The Minister further reaffirmed Government’s commitment to creating a conducive investment environment that enables responsible investors to thrive while promoting sustainable industrial growth. She emphasized that companies that prioritize value addition and local participation are instrumental in strengthening Uganda’s economy, enhancing competitiveness, and reducing reliance on imported products.
Abyssinia Iron & Steel (U) Ltd, part of the Abyssinia Group of Industries, has established itself as one of East Africa’s largest steel producers, with an annual production capacity exceeding 700,000 metric tons. The company’s continued investment in Uganda reflects growing confidence in the country’s stable investment climate and industrial development agenda.
The State House Local Content Unit continues to work closely with Government institutions and the private sector to promote local content, encourage value addition, facilitate technology transfer, create jobs, and maximize the participation of Ugandans in national development.
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