UGEFA proudly participated in Kampala Impact Day 2025, where Ancel Ochino Bwire represented the programme on a high-level panel titled “Exploring how regulators and support organizations can jointly support green MSMEs.” The session brought together key actors from the regulatory and enterprise support landscape to examine how coordinated efforts can create a more inclusive and enabling environment for Uganda’s growing green economy.
While fellow panelists explored themes such as regulatory compliance, standards, market access, and distribution channels, Ancel focused on green enterprise financing, a core pillar of UGEFA’s mandate. He highlighted the persistent financing gaps faced by Uganda’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and emphasized the need for ecosystem collaboration to make climate-friendly business models both viable and scalable.
Ancel showcased UGEFA’s contributions to strengthening the green enterprise landscape, noting that the programme has supported 206 green enterprises across Uganda through tailored capacity-building, investment readiness support, and connections to financial institutions. Of these, more than 100 enterprises have successfully secured debt financing from UGEFA partner banks, milestones made possible through the generous support of the European Union.
He underscored how UGEFA’s partnership approach –working closely with commercial banks, regulators and enterprise support organisations– helps de-risk green business models, strengthen financial management and ultimately unlock capital for environmentally sustainable, locally owned enterprises.
The discussion reinforced that collaboration between regulators, financial institutions, ecosystem enablers, and entrepreneurs is essential for tackling barriers that hinder the growth of green MSMEs. UGEFA remains committed to advancing these partnerships to drive sustainable enterprise growth, enhance climate resilience and support Uganda’s transition to a greener and more inclusive economy.
