I am thrilled to announce that Smartmind General Consult Ltd won the Best Growth Strategy Consulting Company of the Year at the Africa Company of the Year Awards 2026!
This award refrects our commitment to empower entrepreneurs and businesses to achieve their business visions.
Effective January 21, 2026, Uganda joined the visa bond pilot program. Visa applicants who are otherwise found eligible for a business/tourist (B1/B2) visa for travel to the United States will be required to post a bond before the visa can be issued. The bond will be returned to the traveler if he or she complies with all conditions of the visa and departs the United States before the period of admission expires. Information regarding how the visa bond program works can be found on: https://t.co/VOEqW3BGWN
Hey fam,
I am excited to announce that I will be live on Spirit TV & 96.6 Spirit FM tomorrow morning at exactly 9:00am!.
Tune in as I share game-changing insights on "Launching a Successful Business in Uganda".
Catch you live! 👊.
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As I add another year, I step forward with gratitude, humility, and renewed purpose; trusting God for greater impact, growth, and fulfillment ahead.
Happy Birthday to me 🎉✨🎂🎉🥳👏🎈. All glory be to God🙏🏽 🙌🏽.
Today 25th December, I celebrate the gift of life. I am deeply grateful to God for His grace, protection, and guidance throughout my journey. Every accomplishment, every lesson, and every step forward is a testimony of His faithfulness.
I am wishing you a birthday filled with joy, peace, and love. You deserve every blessing, and I pray this year brings you even more of God’s best!. I am so grateful for YOU.
Happy Birthday Daddy! 🎉🎂❤️
Dear Bp. Lubega,
Am so grateful for you today & every day. You’re more than a Daddy & Pastor to me – you’re an extraordinary shepherd, mentor, genuine friend, & powerful prayer warrior. Thank you Papa, for being a guiding light, listening ear, & constant source of wisdom & love.
Thank you for being there whenever I need you, for pouring into my life, and for showing me what it means to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. Your prayers have carried me through tough times, and I'm so thankful for your faithfulness.
INVESTING IN THE UGANDAN YOUTH AS ASSETS FOR ACCELERATING UGANDA'S ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION
Uganda's economy has largely recovered from the effects of the COVID-19; however, the economic and employment impacts have not been completely restored. Many businesses, especially those in the informal sector, are slowly recovering.
As we navigate through the post-pandemic era, employment and entrepreneurship are crucial for full recovery at both the micro and macro levels.
Uganda remains largely a youthful nation. According to the 2024 Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) census report, three-quarters of Ugandans are under 30 years of age.
It is positive that the young people are eager to contribute to economic growth, but face challenges in accessing capital, skills, and markets. How can we bridge this gap and empower the youth to participate in economic transformation? Here are my thoughts.
1. Gig economy. The gig economy in Uganda (though it may not be the best option) has experienced substantial growth in recent years, driven mainly by increasing digital connectivity and the need for flexible work opportunities among young people. This shift is particularly significant for young people seeking alternatives to the traditional job market's limited options. However, we must ensure fair pay for gig workers.
2. Entrepreneurship is key to job creation and innovation. Entrepreneurship is the backbone for job creation and the primary engine for the much-needed innovation to build a more resilient economy. It provides an alternative to employment and helps to diversify the economy, reducing reliance on a single industry.
3. Government support. In 2022, the Government introduced the Small Business Recovery Fund with an aim of facilitating access to finance directly to 50,000 MSEs (at least 40% women and 30% youth), by providing their businesses with much-needed capital injections. This program, in addition to other initiatives such as GROW, INVITE, among others, has supported entrepreneurs and created thousands of jobs.
Together, we can create a thriving ecosystem for employment and entrepreneurship, and this calls for efforts from both the Government and the private sector. We can transform and create a dynamic system where entrepreneurship thrives, and the overall economy transforms for long-term prosperity.
One year ago today (October 25, 2024), we hosted our first international event, the Smartmind Business Conference Dubai at the Royal Pillar Events Centre, Dubai Deira - a milestone I'm still thrilled about! 🥳.
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God has more for you than you can imagine. His plans are always bigger & better.
Whether you want to start something new, follow your passion or make a difference, trust that God will make a way.
Your dreams matter, & they are worth every prayer and effort.
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