President Museveni Welcomes €49 Million Dutch Investment, Applauds Strengthening Uganda-Netherlands Ties
On the sidelines of the Parish Development Model (PDM) tour, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has praised the deepening diplomatic relations between Uganda and the Netherlands, noting significant collaborative efforts in key sectors such as agriculture and environmental management.
During a meeting with representatives of De Heus, a renowned Dutch agro-processing company, President Museveni highlighted the importance of such partnerships in transforming Uganda’s economy. De Heus has committed to investing approximately €49 million in establishing factories for the production of fish, poultry, and livestock feed across the country.
“This investment is not only a boost to our agro-industrial capacity but also a timely intervention in managing environmental pressures and improving animal health,” the President said.
President Museveni also commended the company for its culturally sensitive approach and scientific innovation, particularly in producing differentiated feed compositions tailored for various animal types. He expressed confidence that the partnership would complement Uganda’s broader economic goals under the PDM, which seeks to uplift households at the grassroots level.
The Dutch company’s investment is expected to create jobs, enhance value addition in the agricultural sector, and improve food security. It also signals growing investor confidence in Uganda’s economic stability and policy direction.
“This is a sign that our diplomatic engagements are bearing fruit, with tangible results in areas that matter most to our people,” President Museveni added.
The meeting marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s ongoing efforts to attract high-value foreign investment, especially in sectors that align with the country’s development agenda.
