Uganda’s Infrastructure Champion Hon. Musa Francis Ecweru to Speak at UK–Africa Business Summit 2025

London, UK – June 2025 — The UK–Africa Business, Trade & Investment Summit 2025 is delighted to welcome Musa Francis Ecweru, Member of Parliament and Minister of State for Works in Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport, as a featured speaker. Minister Ecweru brings vital insights into Uganda’s ambitious infrastructure agenda and the sector’s bankable, public-private partnership (PPP) opportunities.

Uganda’s infrastructure is entering a transformative phase, with priorities spanning roads, railways, aviation, and water transport. With new railway lines, airport modernization, and road upgrades underway, the country is calling for strategic investment and cross-border collaboration. Minister Ecweru will explore how the summit can catalyze partnerships to develop viable, high-impact projects in East Africa’s transport ecosystem.

🔹 Minister Ecweru’s Session: Infrastructure as a Growth Lever

Overview of Uganda’s national transport strategy and priority sectors
Opportunities in PPPs for roads, Standard Gauge Railway, airport terminals, and public works
Coordination across parastatals: Civil Aviation Authority, Uganda Railways Corporation, SGR oversight
Uganda’s disaster-resilient infrastructure plans and policy frameworks

🎙 About Musa Francis Ecweru

Minister Ecweru is a seasoned legislator and infrastructure policymaker who has played instrumental roles in guiding Uganda’s national transport development and disaster preparedness strategy. In his role at the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT), he:

Oversees formulation of national transport and public works policies
Regulates and supports agencies including CAA, URC, and SGR projects
Advocates for reliable, safe, and sustainable infrastructure development to drive social and economic growth

📌 Why Attend?

Explore bankable investment opportunities in Uganda’s infrastructure sector
Hear from government leadership on transport policy and project planning
Network with multilateral partners, financiers, and East African stakeholders
Understand links to regional mobility, trade corridors, and inclusive development

🗓 Date: 12 Sept 2025
📍 Venue: Royal Horseguards Hotel & One Whitehall Place, London

🔗 Register: https://ukafricasummit2025.eventbrite.co.uk
📄 Brochure: https://www.ukafricabusinesssummit.uk/2025brochure.pdf
🌐 Summit site: https://www.ukafricabusinesssummit.uk

Uganda’s Minister of State for Works, Musa Francis Ecweru, joins the UK–Africa Summit to spotlight infrastructure investment opportunities—from rail and aviation to disaster-resilient roads. A key opportunity for PPP and impact-driven partnerships.