MSME Week — homeUGANDA 2026
19–21 NOVEMBER 2026UMA Show Grounds, Lugogo · Kampala

UGANDA’S MSMEs. A GREENER FUTURE.

MAKING
MSMEs GREEN

Promoting climate resilience and sustainability in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.

19th–21st
November 2026
UMA Multipurpose Hall
UMA Show Grounds, Lugogo · Kampala

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MSME Week
UGANDA2026
GREEN IDEAS. REAL OPPORTUNITIES.

TOGETHER FOR UGANDA’S MSMEs

Global GatewayFunded by the European UnionBelgium — partner in developmentFederation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in UgandaGovernment of UgandaEnabel
WeWorkGreen and Decent Jobs
for Youth

01 / A NATIONAL PLATFORM

SMALL BUSINESSES.
BIG POSSIBILITIES.

A meeting place for entrepreneurs, enablers and ideas. Join more than 1,500 participants for three days of learning, connection and opportunity — and be part of Uganda’s green transition.

Convened by FSME since 2018, MSME Week celebrates the enterprise, innovation and contribution of Uganda’s MSMEs.

Discover MSME Week
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1,500+Expected participants
3 daysAt the main event
4 weeksRegional & national editions
30+Planned award categories

02 / OUR PURPOSE

A GREENER PATH TO GROWTH

Recognize the role and contribution of MSMEs to the economy.

Enhance awareness and showcase MSME products and services.

Build business linkages and networks among MSMEs.

Help MSMEs identify and use opportunities in the market.

Build awareness of the costs and benefits of adopting green practices.

03 / ACROSS UGANDA

ONE MOVEMENT. FOUR EDITIONS.

From regional conversations to the national gathering in Kampala, discover the event closest to you.

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Busoga

1–2 October 2026

Bugembe Stadium Ground

This regional event has ended.

04 / WHY BE THERE

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY STARTS HERE

01

Build valuable connections

Expand your network, forge strategic partnerships and meet people building the future of Uganda’s MSMEs.

02

Find practical business insights

Explore trade and industry trends, green finance, technology and climate-resilient ways to grow.

03

Put your business in the spotlight

Build brand recognition and take part in one-to-one business matching with experts and potential partners.

05 / THE EXPERIENCE

SIX WAYS TO CONNECT & GROW

01

Keynote addresses

Each day opens with a keynote to inspire, educate and connect participants to the theme.

02

Plenary sessions

Engage keynote speakers, exchange experiences and shape the green transition together.

03

Masterclasses

Expert-led, interactive deep dives into taxation, climate finance, circular economy and more.

04

Side events

MSME Enablers host sessions to showcase their work and connect with enterprises.

05

Fireside chats

Informal, structured conversations between a moderator and a guest.

06

Opportunities Zone

B2B meetings and pitches connect MSMEs with investors and financiers.

MSME OF THE YEAR AWARDS

RECOGNIZING THE
PEOPLE MOVING
UGANDA FORWARD.

Celebrate enterprise, leadership and the businesses creating a greener, more resilient economy.

Explore awards & nominate
MSME AWARDS

UGANDA 2026

06 / PAST HIGHLIGHTS

A COMMUNITY BUILT ON CONNECTION

Discover the people, products and conversations that bring the MSME Week community together.

LET’S GROW TOGETHER

Stronger MSMEs.
A more resilient Uganda.

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