Online event
10 things you need to know about changing mining regulation in Uganda
Tuesday 02 September at 11:00AM
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Join us to understand the key upcoming changes in Uganda’s mining regulations and licensing framework.
What you’ll learn
- explore investment opportunities in gold, rare earths, and industrial minerals in Uganda
- learn about African environmental and social governance (ESG) expectations
- gain insights into navigating compliance, local partnerships, and government engagement
Description
Uganda’s mining sector is undergoing a regulatory transformation aimed at attracting investment, improving transparency, and ensuring sustainable resource management.
This webinar will provide essential insights into the evolving legal and policy landscape, investment opportunities, and compliance requirements in Uganda’s mineral sector.
We'll provide an overview of Uganda’s New Mining and Minerals Act and the UK-Uganda collaboration in mining and resource development.
Speakers
Lilian Odhek
International Markets Adviser for East Africa, Export Support Service, Department for Business and Trade
Lilian plays a pivotal role in guiding UK companies, investors and exporters through the complexities of entering and operating in East Africa’s high-growth markets.
Covering 11 countries—including Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Rwanda—she provides strategic insights on market access, regulatory environments, and investment opportunities. With over 15 years of experience in Kenya’s public and private sectors, including leadership roles at the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) and the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), Lilian has successfully championed investment climate reforms, facilitated multi-million-pound trade and investment deals, and built strong networks across government and industry.