Uganda is preparing to shine a spotlight on its fast-growing innovation and technology ecosystem at the National Science Week 2025, scheduled for 15th 20th June at the Kololo Independence Grounds.
The announcement was made today by Honourable Dr. Monica Musenero, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation in the Office of the President (STI-OP), during a press briefing at the government-owned Deep Tech Centre in Namanve.
The six-day exhibition, themed “Made in Uganda: From Innovation to Market,” will bring together local innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and the public to engage with groundbreaking technologies and locally developed products. Entry will be free to all.
“This is not just an exhibition; it is a celebration of Uganda’s ingenuity,” said Dr. Musenero. “We are showing the world what our scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs are capable of when given the right support structures. We are committed to transforming science into a tangible contributor to the national economy.”
According to Dr. Musenero, the Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat has been pivotal in moving innovation from theory to application.
“We have moved science out of the labs and into the economy. Uganda is no longer piloting ideas we are building industries,” she stated.
She highlighted notable achievements made in the past year, including the expansion of Uganda’s electric mobility sector.
“We now have over 5,000 electric motorcycles and 27 buses on the road, many of them with up to 40% local content. And we’ve put in place critical infrastructure over 140 battery swapping stations and more than 30 DC fast chargers,” the minister announced.
Dr. Musenero also pointed to milestones such as the launch of Uganda’s first clinical trials for homegrown therapeutics, the revitalization of key manufacturing hubs like Sukulu Phosphates, and the operationalization of vaccine production lines for both animal and human health.
“This week will showcase real outcomes products and technologies made in Uganda many of which are already changing lives,” she noted. “Visitors will have a chance to buy these products, meet the creators, and see firsthand the scale of transformation science is driving in our country.”
The Deep Tech Centre, where the media launch was held, stands as a symbol of Uganda’s commitment to cutting-edge research and commercial innovation.
Opened just four months ago, the centre is designed to accelerate the development of deep tech ventures, create a skilled talent pipeline, and enhance Uganda’s competitiveness in the global tech landscape.
“Hosting this announcement at the Deep Tech Centre was intentional,” Dr. Musenero said. “We wanted the media to see the raw potential, the vibrant energy, and the future we are building for our youth. This place captures the spirit of possibility of limitless imagination backed by action.”
National Science Week 2025 promises to be more than an event it will be a showcase of how far Uganda has come, and a glimpse into the innovative future the country is boldly stepping into.