Startup Policy project

We are desirous of supporting the creation of a conducive Legal and regulatory regime for the Startup Ecosystem.

About Uganda’s Startup Act

The Start-Up Act Uganda project is an initiative of Uganda’s entrepreneurship ecosystem actors in partnership with The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), Uganda’s apex body for the private sector and Mastercard Foundation.

We will lead entrepreneur-focused public-private dialogue to co-create a Startup-focused policy to make Startups a key driver of economic growth in Uganda.

The aim of this project is to lead entrepreneur-focused public-private dialogue to create a start-up focused environment that will make startups a key driver of economic growth in Uganda.

Partners

Government

Private Sector

Ecosystem Actors

Innovation Hubs

International Partners

Timeline

FAQs

Who is leading this initiative?

This is a joint initiative of Uganda’s entrepreneurship ecosystem actors in partnership with The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), Uganda’s apex body for the private sector and Mastercard Foundation.

The Intervention’s ultimate goal is to drive innovation, accelerate growth for Startups and generally improve the Startup ecosystem.

Has this been done anywhere else?

Yes, Tunisia and Senegal have championed the formulation of Startup Acts in Africa and other countries like South Africa and Kenya are working on their bills.

How shall we ensure that all relevant parties are represented?

We shall work together with all relevant stakeholders in the Startup ecosystem to co-create formulation of the Startup policy. To participate in the process, click [here].

How is this different from the existing policies?

The entrepreneur’s perspective is the cornerstone of this initiative. The engagement process shall involve the identification of all existing laws and policies. As a result, some laws or policies may require reform to conform with the Startup policy.

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