Youth Platform Africa (YPA) stands as a testament to the power of grassroots innovation, resilience, and youth-driven transformation in Uganda. Founded in 2008 as an ordinary village group of just 21 individuals meeting under a tree in Gomba district, YPA has evolved into one of Uganda’s most dynamic youth empowerment organizations, now boasting over 13,000 active members and three fully operational branches across the country.
The Director of Physical Planning at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Mr. Vincent B Byendaimira, and Mr. Tukwasibwe Benard, recently took part in a high-level strategic real estate engagement aimed at fostering investment and development opportunities in Kampala. Hosted by Col. Edith Nakalema, Head of Unit, the meeting welcomed a delegation of Eritrean investors; Mr. Kesete Samuel, MD – Concord Apt. Warsay, Miss. Rahwa Temesgen, a Consultant and Mr. Samuel, GM – Golden View Property, keen on exploring the city’s urban development potential.
Col. Edith Nakalema Asizua, the Head of the State House Investors’ Protection Unit (SHIPU), delivered a remarkable lecture to over 4,300 students and staff at Kitebi Secondary School in Wankulukuku. Her message was clear, powerful, and deeply impactful, resonating with the youth of Uganda who represent the future of our nation.
The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has warned government officials who have made it a tendency to frustrate investors, that the unit will deal with them accordingly to ensure that such aptness is eliminated from the system.
“Honestly we will not allow government ministries, Departments and Agencies to frustrate investors,” she warned.
The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema yesterday met and held fruitful discussions with a delegation of Eritrean investors in Uganda.
The investors are generally into hospitality, technology, energy and manufacturing.
During a meeting held at SHIPU’s office in Kampala, Col. Nakalema assured the investors of Uganda’s commitment to ensure that their businesses thrive in the East African country.
The Head of State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has today held a fruitful meeting with the leadership of the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC).
NCDC is a corporate autonomous statutory institution under the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoE&S) responsible for the development of educational curricula for Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary institutions in Uganda.
Ugandans have been tasked to appreciate the milestone achieved in the country’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector for more progress.
“We need Ugandans to come on board and appreciate these innovations. The future is here,” said Hon. Monica Musenero, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation.
The Minister made the remarks on Monday, 16th June, 2025, during the 1st National Science Summit held at Kololo Independence Grounds.
It was an insightful evening at the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) as we hosted the Hon. Norbert Mao, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. His visit provided a valuable platform for strategic dialogue on strengthening Uganda’s legal framework to foster a more secure and attractive environment for investors.
The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has today met and held fruitful discussions with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Uganda, Her Excellency Frederieke Quispel.
During the meeting held at the unit's office in Kampala, Col. Nakalema thanked Ambassador Quispel for reaching out and engaging her office on matters related to investment.
The State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) hosted a high-level courtesy call from representatives of Patel Infrastructure Limited, a renowned Indian infrastructure development company, on a mission to explore investment opportunities in Uganda’s green energy sector. The delegation was led by Mr. Krunal Arvindbhai Patel, Director Strategic Business Development, and Mr. Nitin R. Patel, Director Finance, accompanied by Mr. Rajesh Kumar, Director General of the Indian Business Forum Uganda.