Victoria Ashabahebwa

[UgandaManufacturersAssn® @newsUMA]

The Uganda Manufacturers Association delegation, led by its Chairman Aga Sekalala Jnr @UMAChairman , held a high-level meeting with Uganda's Ambassador to China to enhance bilateral trade and investment cooperation. The meeting was also graced by the teams from Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority @ufzepa led by the Executive Director Hez Kimomi and the Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development @paceidug led by Director Marketing and Communication Brenda Katarikawe.

Key discussion areas included:

✔️Utilizing China's zero-tariff policy under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
✔️Bridging gaps in compliance with export standards.
✔️Promoting technology and skills transfer. ✔️Strengthening market linkages for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). ✔️Fostering co-production partnerships.

#ExportPromotion

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Uganda 🇺🇬 @UgandaMFA]

Day 2 of the Tourism, Coffee & Tea Expo in Cairo opened with an insightful presentation by Ms. @vashaba88, Chairperson of the Uganda Tea Association, highlighting Uganda’s favourable climate & rich soils that give its tea a naturally sweet aroma and flavour. With Egypt among Uganda’s largest tea markets, the sector continues to offer strong bilateral trade potential. 🇺🇬🇪🇬 #UgandaInEgypt #ExploreUganda #CairoExpo

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

Get ready to steep in the rich flavors of Uganda!
🍵 I'll be sharing the story of Uganda's tea at the Uganda Tourism Coffee and Tea Expo in Cairo, highlighting what makes our tea unique - from our tropical climate to sustainable farming practices.

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

Meet Regina and her son Isaac, my 1st Local Customers.
Regina is the queen of the Ugandan version of Tea Bazaar in Owino Market, with over 20 years of experience in the trade.
#WomenInTeaTrade
#GenerationalBusiness.
#InternationalTeaDay.

[EPRC @EPRC_official]

From our conversations📢 70-80% of Uganda’s cross-border trade is informal. Time for change!
✅ SMEs need training, affordable financing & insurance to go formal.
✅ Govt & banks must collaborate to bridge the gap.
📌 Join the discussion! #SMEs #TradeGrowth

[UgandaManufacturersAssn® @newsUMA]

#HappeningNow

Discussing the Newly Proposed tax amendment bills 2025 @Parliament_Ug .

@UMAChairman has led a team of manufacturers to submit tax proposals to the Parliamentary Committee on Finance Planning and Economic Development among which includes:
✅ The income tax bill
✅ Tax Procedures code (Amendment) Bill
✅ Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill
✅ Excise Duty (Amendment) Bill
✅ Stamp duty (Amendment) Bill
✅ The external trade (Amendment) Bill
✅ Hides and Skins (Export Duty) Amendment Bill.

[UgandaManufacturersAssn® @newsUMA]

Earlier Yesterday Mr. Aga Sekalala Jr @UMAChairman led a team of Manufacturers to @Parliament_Ug to discuss the newly proposed tax amendment bills with the Parliamentary Committee on Finance Planning and Economic Development.

The Submissions were very welcomed by the committee and further consultations shall be done before the passing of the Amendments.

Together, we’re shaping policies that drive industrial growth and economic prosperity.
#ManufacturersUg
#Industialgrowth

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

Uganda tea prices rebound, crossing the $1 mark at Mombasa Auction, offering hope for farmers and the industry. A step forward, but more work ahead! 🌱📈 #UgandaTea
#Steeping&Sipping into the future.

https://t.co/mY8Id8AoGj

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

When it pours outside, we pour Tea.
A perfect excuse to slow down, cozy up and savor the moment.
Indulge in the simple pleasures of life with every sip.
#ConnectingLives With a Cuppa!
#UgandanTea
#DECEMBERinKampala

[CIVIC SPACE TV @CivicSpaceTV]

.@vashaba88 highlighted that security for loans includes land titles yet very few women own land or are married to men who have these titles and willing to share these titles for the women to acquire these loans...
#WomenSpeaking #CivicSpaceTV

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[CIVIC SPACE TV @CivicSpaceTV]

"Women in Tea , I believe this is a time where we have lots of opportunities to express our creativity & passion in the stages of the value chain." - @vashaba88 on #WomenSpeaking #CivicSpaceTV

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[Center for Constitutional Governance (CCG) @ccgea1]

.@vashaba88 is born & bred TEA. She considers herself second generation Tea and draws her inspiration from her mother's passion for agriculture.
#WomenSpeaking #CivicSpaceTV

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[Center for Constitutional Governance (CCG) @ccgea1]

Women and Agriculture in Uganda - What are the Opportunities and Challenges? #WomenSpeaking on #CivicSpaceTV today.
@danitakturiho hosting @MugambwaWinfred ED @Rights4Her1 and @vashaba88 Uganda Tea Association.

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[CIVIC SPACE TV @CivicSpaceTV]

.@vashaba88 noted that we lack the branding aspect of business , being able to captivate the NOW customers. Encouraged farmers to look out for the different opportunities. #WomenSpeaking #CivicSpaceTV

Showing on ↘️ https://t.co/DTFoORCFun

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

EMBRACE Your Peculiari-Tea 🤪☕️🫶

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

The aromatic vapors dance up to my nostrils, teasing me with promises of comfort and tranquility. The first sip is like a soft.....
#Ihura
Steeping into the future

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

In the world of tea, every leaf tells a story, and every sip connects us to a rich tapestry of culture, tradition, and community. I couldn't have found myself in a better place.
Its uplifting to see our own leaders walk the journey with us.
Say, TEA!

[Hon. Kyakulaga Fred Bwino MP @FredBwino]

This morning, I joined tea value chain stakeholders to discuss the progress and way forward for the industry.
The tea industry in 🇺🇬 plays a significant role in the economy, contributing to both employment and export earnings../1

[PACEID @paceidug]

All is set for the #PACEID Annual Report Launch (March 2023-March 2024) at the Kampala Serena hotel.
Through initiatives focused on market access, export infrastructure development, export financing, & export standards, PACEID aims to grow Uganda's exports.

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

Where there is TEA, there is hope.
#IhuraChai
#Tea4Generations.
#UgandanTea.

[Victoria Ashabahebwa @vashaba88]

This evening we analysed the Uganda Tea Industry crisis on Bukedde FM, an opportunity for the industry players to echo their frustration from the major Tea price drop, like never before at the Mombasa Auction. Causing a ripple effect to other sectors and institutions like SACCOs.