Yesterday, Prof. Lawrence Muganga, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University, represented the institution at the UK-Uganda Trade and Business Forum in London.
The forum took place amid strengthening trade and tourism ties between Uganda and the United Kingdom. According to the British High Commission in Kampala, total trade between the two countries reached GBP 860 million in 2023, while Uganda’s cumulative exports to the UK over the past five years totaled GBP 2.3 billion.
Over the weekend, Uganda Airlines launched direct flights between Entebbe International Airport and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking a significant milestone in the national carrier’s international expansion strategy and enhancing connectivity between the two nations.
“Victoria University’s participation aligns with its strategic goal of expanding international linkages and fostering diaspora engagement,” Prof. Muganga emphasized, adding that the university remains committed to global partnerships.
Victoria University is focused on leveraging this opportunity to establish meaningful collaborations that contribute to the advancement of higher education and economic development in Uganda. Prof. Muganga highlighted the institution’s dedication to building relationships with parents, education partners, investors, and communities across the UK and Europe.
“The university aims to attract partnerships that will benefit its students and the broader academic community. Our presence here is a bold statement of intent,” he added.
The forum serves as a strategic platform for fostering partnerships between Ugandan institutions and UK-based stakeholders.
