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Supporting
Home-grown
Initiatives

Since 2021, we have forged strategic partnerships
and supported over 100 projects aligning with the
STI sector’s Manifesto 2021-2026 commitments
that aim to spotlight STI as a driver for
socio-economic transformation.

KEY PROJECTS

Over 100 projects across Uganda have been supported and thousands of jobs created across our priority value chains since 2021.

KEY PROJECTS

PROVIDING STRATEGIC SUPPORT,
ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

This portfolio highlights 100+ special projects involving innovative products,
groundbreaking technologies, and smart engineering projects that
demonstrate STI progress in key industry sectors;

Human vaccines for Respiratory Tract Infections

Human vaccines for Respiratory Tract Infections | Uganda Virus Research Institute and The College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (COVAB)

Animal Anti-tick Vaccine

Animal Anti-tick Vaccine | The College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (COVAB)

Yo Waste

Yo Waste | Mobile and cloud-based hauler and garbage collection service app | Yo-Waste Limited, Kampala

Recycling of plastic waste

Recycling of plastic waste | into interlocking blocks | Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Direct Reduction Technology

Direct Reduction Technology | for metallization of Ugandan Iron Ore | Makerere University, Kampala

Development and Commercialisation of Bee Products

Development and Commercialisation of Bee Products | Uganda Muni University, Arua

Neem powder/oil/ cake, as an organic pesticide and fertilizer

Neem powder/oil/ cake, as an organic pesticide and fertilizer | Karamoja Christian Ethnoveterinary Program (KACHEP), Nabilatuk

Science-Led Productivity Accelerator Tool

Science-Led Productivity Accelerator Tool | for Fast-Tracking Parish Development Model AFRISA || Makerere UniverityCoVAB, Kampala

Apokor Cassava Value Addition Project (ACAVAP)

Apokor Cassava Value Addition Project (ACAVAP) | Apokor Farmers SACCO, Tororo

Production of Mosquito Repellent Lotions

Production of Mosquito Repellent Lotions | Gudie Leisure Farm, Wakiso

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Grant Recipient Testimonials

Be inspired by the grant beneficiaries whose projects
and lives have been impacted positively.

The STI has been instrumental in helping me turn my innovative idea into a thriving business. Their support, from funding to mentorship, has been invaluable. I'm proud to be part of a country that values science and technology as drivers of progress.

Norman Entrepreneur

As a researcher at Makerere University, I've had the privilege of collaborating with the STI on several projects. Their commitment to fostering innovation and supporting academic research has been inspiring. Together, we're working to develop solutions that address some of Uganda's most pressing challenges.

Warren Professor

Thanks to the STI's efforts, our community now has access to clean water and improved agricultural techniques. These initiatives have made a significant difference in our lives and have helped us achieve a better standard of living.

Maggie Farmer

The STI plays a crucial role in implementing the government's development agenda. Their focus on industrial value chains aligns perfectly with our vision for a more prosperous and self-reliant Uganda. I'm confident that their work will continue to drive positive change in our country.

Jackie Civil Servant

Call For Proposals

If you would like to be a grant beneficiary, please apply via here.

For further information on the calls for proposals, please find out more from our Resources