Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) joined leading institutions to showcase its latest evidence-based research at the official release of the Private Sector Development (PSD) Programme Annual Performance Report for the Financial Year 2024/25.
The event, held on February 12, 2026, at the Mestil Hotel, served as a hub for government officials, academics, and private sector leaders to share and reflect on the private sector direction in the country. The forum was officiated by the State Minister of Finance (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi, who reaffirmed the Government of Uganda’s commitment to provide a conducive environment for the private sector to thrive.
Spotlight on the Informal Sector
During the event, Dr. Brian Sserunjogi, Head of the Macroeconomics Department at EPRC, presented findings from the report, “Assessment of the Informal Sector in Uganda,” a collaborative study conducted with the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development (MOFPED).
Dr. Sserunjogi’s presentation provided a data-driven look at the current state of informality in the country, highlighting systemic challenges faced by small-scale entrepreneurs, and identified strategic pathways to integrate these businesses into the formal economy.
Knowledge Exhibition
Alongside plenary discussions, the EPRC was among institutions that participated in the exhibition, sharing its extensive catalogue of policy research.
Featured publications at the EPRC stall included:
- Agricultural Finance Yearbook 2024: A comprehensive analysis of the credit landscape and financing hurdles for Ugandan farmers.
- Assessment of the Informal Sector in Uganda: The flagship study detailing the socio-economic impact of informal enterprises.
- Building Uganda’s Textile Future: Strategic recommendations for boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on second-hand clothing imports.
- The Business Climate Index (BCI) Series: EPRC’s signature quarterly tracker monitoring the pulse of Uganda’s investment environment.
- Beyond Business Registration: An analytical study on how regulatory frameworks influence the transition from informal to formal business operations.
