MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre

Meet Stimuli Aminah, 31, the force behind Aminah Chicken in Nauyo Industrial City Division, Mbale.

She launched her poultry enterprise just 2 years ago and is already making her mark with quality chicken and consistent growth.

She was recently enrolled in the 10X Program -Empowering young women, refugees and persons with disabilities and MSMEs to harness digital economy opportunities for economic growth and resilience.


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Dive into the story of Yield Harvest Uganda Ltd located in Fort Portal during this week's Become a Better Entrepreneur Series.

Speakers: Mr. Richard Businge
Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
Time: 07:00 am EAT

Link: https://mubs-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/95239644343?pwd=d8fpzx2aYzooAmCFHRuppEcvFajAMf.1

MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre conducted an onboarding exercise under the 10X Program, from 14th to 18th November, reaching young women engaged in employment and business across the districts of Mbale, Tororo, Bududa, Kapchorwa, Kween, Sironko, and Busia.

The exercise targeted SMEs owned by young women aged 18–35, young women employed in business, and those intending to start their own enterprises. It also incorporated persons with disabilities and refugees as part of the 10X Program’s inclusion strategy.

As part of the onboarding, participants received digitization training in business, equipping them with practical skills in digital tools, online marketing, digital record-keeping technologies, and digital financial practices aimed at improving the competitiveness and sustainability of their enterprises.

The purpose of this exercise was to:
• Introduce the program to the participants.
• Initiate and enrol participants into the program.
• Identify participants eligible for the program.

Arbitration & Mediation Training

AMSU, in partnership with MUBS–EIIC, is conducting a professional Arbitration and Mediation Training at the MUBS–EIIC.

Training Dates:
17th, 19th, 20th, 24th and 25th November with Certificate Awarding at the close.

An excellent opportunity to build practical dispute-resolution skills and enhance your professional profile.
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Why Small Businesses Can’t Thrive Without Digital:
Lessons from the MUBS EIIC Digital Innovations for Women Enterprises

In today’s global economy, digitalization has become the heartbeat of business growth. Yet, many small businesses—especially in developing countries—continue to struggle because they have not embraced digital tools and systems. The World Bank notes that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) form about 90% of businesses worldwide, but their ability to grow and compete is increasingly determined by how well they use technology.
Oftentimes, businesses that integrate digital tools such as mobile payments, online marketing, and e-commerce platforms perform significantly better than those that remain offline. These businesses record higher productivity, more sales, and faster recovery after disruptions. However, fewer than 10% of micro-businesses owned by women in Uganda use digital tools regularly. Many owners say they ‘don’t need’ technology, yet evidence shows those who adopt digital solutions are more likely to expand and sustain their businesses.

In Uganda, small enterprises face real challenges in going digital. Limited internet access, high data costs, lack of technical skills, and fear of cyber risks all play a role. Another major barrier is mindset, as some entrepreneurs still believe digitalization is only for large companies or urban businesses. In reality, even small local enterprises can benefit from digital tools for record-keeping, customer communication, and mobile transactions.

What we do as MUBS EIIC:
The Makerere University Business School Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre (MUBS EIIC) conducted a strategic onboarding and outreach exercise aimed at empowering young women in employment across selected districts in the Eastern region. The initiative was designed to nurture entrepreneurial thinking, enhance business management capabilities, and expand economic inclusion for women through digital channels

The exercise reached young women in the districts of Mbale, Tororo, Namisindwa, Bududa, Lwakhakha, Kapchorwa, Kween, Sironko, and Busia, where awareness sessions, engagement forums, and introductory training were carried out. A total of 1,079 young women were successfully onboarded into the entrepreneurship and innovation Program.
We believe that small businesses can no longer survive or grow without digitalization. Adopting even simple digital tools makes a big difference.

A WhatsApp Business account helps connect to customers. Mobile money improves payment convenience, while social media can attract new clients affordably. Digital adoption is not about replacing traditional business—it’s about expanding opportunity, visibility, and efficiency

Conclusion
From the MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre perspective, one of the most powerful lessons from our work with small businesses-especially small women run Enterprises is that digitalization is no longer an option but a lifeline.
Digital tools and skills enable women entrepreneurs to reach new markets, stream line operations and compete effectively in a technology driven world. Many women run enterprises face challenges of limited visibility, access to finance and constrained mobility. Through digitalization these barriers can be broken-helping women to market their products online, receiving digital payments and connecting with a wider customer networks.
At MUBS EIIC we believe that empowering women with digital skills is empowering communities.

Intervention Areas
•Inclusively skilling 9,400 young people women in basic, intermediate and advanced digital skills and linking 6,300 to work opportunities provided directly in the Digital Economy
•Increasing access of women owned & women led businesses to affordable and relevant finance, markets for their products and services, and improved operational efficiencies

We extend our sincere appreciation to our implementing Partners Outbox Uganda Limited and the Mastercard Foundation for coming on board to make this vision possible. Your partnership continues to drive impact by ensuring that young women entrepreneurs across the country are equipped to thrive in the digital economy.

The MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre invites you to the weekly Become a Better Entrepreneur Series.

Topic: Why Choosing Difference is the Fastest Route to Market Leadership
Speakers: Mr. Saddam Khalif and Dr. Diana Ntamu
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: Join us at 6:30am for inspirational videos. The actual presentations will start at 07:00 am EAT

Link: https://mubs-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/94980807310?pwd=7w3OvBWzEJQgzlkQbWbWwfy14ZJQNF.1

The MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre invites you to the weekly Become a Better Entrepreneur Series.

Topic: How Playing by the Rules Makes you Unbeatable
Speakers: Ms. Winnie B. Bagonza and Dr. Diana Ntamu
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: Join us at 6:30am for inspirational videos. The actual presentations will start at 07:00 am EAT

Link: https://mubs-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/99073655084?pwd=lo4yadQLLua3vDm2CuIBtKa0RF2uo5.1

The Uganda Development Bank Ltd has today celebrated the graduation of the Lira Cohort under the Enterprise Development Program (EDP).

Over the past three months, participants have undergone training focused on entrepreneurship, investor readiness, and financial management, among other key business skills, facilitated by Makerere University Business School through the Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre (EIIC),.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Andama Mahamud, the Director of Investment at UDB, expressed his appreciation to MUBS for their continued partnership in supporting entrepreneurs across Uganda. He proudly shared that he is a product of MUBS, not only as a student but also as a beneficiary of the then Entrepreneurship Centre, where he was trained and deployed to work with businesses, an experience that shaped his professional journey.

Congratulations to all graduates from the Lira Cohort for their commitment and resilience throughout the 23 module training.

The MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre invites you to the weekly Become a Better Entrepreneur Series.

Topic: Rethinking High Cost Business Loans
Speakers: Dr. Agnes Nassuna Kasirye and Dr. Diana Ntamu
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: Join us at 6:30am for inspirational videos. The actual presentations will start at 07:00 am EAT

Link: https://mubs-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/96230355466?pwd=SthZhYNii1aDFjuNojnM2bm0gbbO1z.1

Makerere University Business School, through the Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre (EIIC), has entered into a partnership with the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) to strengthen collaboration in climate innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development across East Africa.

This partnership reflects MUBS’s commitment to empowering youth, women, and entrepreneurs to create sustainable climate solutions that drive green growth in Uganda and beyond.

The MUBS Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre invites you to the weekly Become a Better Entrepreneur Series.

Topic: Embracing Calculated Risk as an Engine of Business Success
Speakers: Mr. Jerome Magoba and Dr. Diana Ntamu
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: Join us at 6:30am for inspirational videos. The actual presentations will start at 07:00 am EAT

Link: https://mubs-ac-ug.zoom.us/j/93216913476?pwd=SrzgXyOSIqOlhQWwrbYaSsBhbJkVum.1

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🎓 UDB Enterprise Development Program Graduation - Mbale Cohort 🎓

Today, the Uganda Development Bank Ltd, in partnership with Makerere University Business School and Uganda Management Institute, celebrated the graduation of the Mbale Cohort of the Enterprise Development Program (EDP) at the UDB Mbale Branch.

The event was graced by Dr. Francis Mwesigye, Director, Economic Research & Knowledge Management of UDB. Also other key stakeholders like Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), Uganda Registration Services Bureau, and NSSF Uganda engaged with the entrepreneurs, providing valuable insights and addressing their questions.

Over the past three months, participating entrepreneurs have undergone the training, both online and in-person, facilitated by Makerere University Business School. The training focused on practical business management, entrepreneurship, and growth strategies among others designed to strengthen enterprises across Uganda.

Congratulations to all our graduates from the Mbale Cohort.