Following the growing demand for goods and services in the east and central African regions due to population increase, the Government is asking small scale and large scale producers in the region to double production of goods and services and take advantage of the market.
The remarks were made by the Minister of State for Trade and industry David Bahati During the launch of the Business Development Services (BDS) Providers Association and the introduction of Standards in Uganda.
Business Development Services refers to the range of non-financial services that support enterprises to improve performance, access markets, adopt technology and grow sustainably
Business Development Services are critical to the growth and competitiveness of Micro, Smal, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
These services include training, advisory support, mentorship, market linkages, financial facilitation, legal and technical assistance, and business incubation.
Minister David Bahati said Government has opened markets for Ugandan businesses in partner States and it’s upon Ugandans to take advantage of the space and make money.
