Overview & Purpose
Ugandan agribusinesses face key challenges, including limited access to finance, inadequate technology, low production capacity, and restricted market access. At the same time, the Ugandan diaspora represents a powerful yet underutilized resource with the potential to support agribusiness growth through investment, knowledge transfer, and global market linkages.
The Diaspora–Youth Matchmaking Programme, led by the Uganda Diaspora in Agribusiness Network (UDAN) in collaboration with key partners, is designed to bridge this gap by connecting pre-screened youth-led agribusinesses in Uganda with diaspora investors and professionals.
Through this programme, UDAN facilitates the transfer of capital, skills, technology, and market access, helping build resilient, scalable, and export-ready agribusiness enterprises.
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to:
- Increase market access for Ugandan agricultural products to diaspora markets
- Strengthen the production and enterprise capacity of youth agripreneurs
- Attract diaspora investment into agrifood businesses
- Support export readiness, including certification, packaging, and logistics
- Promote climate-resilient and sustainable agricultural practices
- Facilitate access to financing for agribusiness growth
Who the Programme Is For
Diaspora Participants
- Ugandans living abroad
- Agribusiness investors and professionals
- Individuals interested in supporting youth enterprises through investment, mentorship, or market access
Youth Agripreneurs
- Aged between 18 and 30 years
- Based in Uganda
- Operating a registered agribusiness
- With at least 3 years of business activity
- Seeking investment, mentorship, or market expansion
The Matchmaking Process
The programme follows a structured and transparent process:
01.
Expression of Interest (EOI)
Annual call for youth agripreneurs to apply and submit business information.
02.
Screening & Selection
Applications are reviewed based on defined criteria, and selected candidates are shortlisted.
03.
Enterprise Development
Shortlisted agripreneurs receive support in business diagnostics, capacity building, and investor readiness.
04.
Diaspora Engagement
A call is issued to diaspora participants to express interest in supporting selected agribusinesses.
05.
Matching
UDAN facilitates connections between diaspora participants and agripreneurs based on aligned interests.
06.
Follow-up & Mentorship
Ongoing support is provided to ensure successful partnerships and measurable impact.
Why Choose Us?
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