The Together for Progress 2024 event, held on September 25th at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, successfully brought together leaders from the private sector and civil society for meaningful discussions aimed at building sustainable partnerships to drive Uganda’s development. Organized by USAID/Uganda’s Civil Society Strengthening Activity in collaboration with the Private Sector Foundation of Uganda and other key partners, the event underscored the critical importance of cooperation between civil society organizations (CSOs) and the private sector in shaping Uganda’s future.
With the theme “Shaping Uganda’s Future Through Sustainable Partnerships,” the event highlighted the need for collective action in tackling the country’s development challenges. Leaders from prominent organizations such as MTN, UBL, Centenary Bank, Total Energies, and Uganda Baati joined forces with civil society representatives to explore joint initiatives that could create lasting impact across multiple sectors.
Throughout the day, participants engaged in insightful panel discussions, focusing on how CSOs and private sector companies can unlock opportunities for mutual benefit. By aligning corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives with civil society efforts, both sectors identified new strategies to more effectively address Uganda’s socio-economic issues. The event also featured interactive networking opportunities, including the popular “Speed Dating” session, which allowed stakeholders to connect and explore potential collaborations.
AFLI was proud to participate in this impactful event, recognizing the significance of such gatherings in fostering dialogue, action, and innovation. By working alongside other partners, AFLI remains committed to strengthening partnerships that drive social, economic, and governance improvements across Uganda.
A key highlight of the event was the private sector panel discussions, where leading companies shared their CSR initiatives and discussed ways to better align their resources with the work of CSOs. Participants gained valuable insights into overcoming barriers to collaboration and learned how these partnerships could generate long-term social impact.
AFLI extends heartfelt thanks to USAID Civil Society Strengthening Activity and to all participants, partners, and organizations that contributed to the success of Together for Progress 2024. Through open dialogue and collaboration, we are confident that the outcomes of this event will help shape a more inclusive and prosperous future for Uganda.
