The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) has today unveiled MTN MoMo as the official payments partner for the upcoming Uganda International Trade Fair (UITF), scheduled to take place from October 2 – 12, 2025 at the UMA Showgrounds, Lugogo in Kampala City. The annual Trade Fair, organized by UMA, is one of the largest multi-sectoral exhibitions in the region, attracting local, regional, and international exhibitors. This year’s event will run under the theme: “Sustainable Industrialisation for Inclusive Growth, Employment and Wealth Creation.†Speaking at the unveiling event held at Lugogo, officials said that as the official payments partner, MTN MoMo will provide seamless digital payment solutions to enhance convenience for both exhibitors and visitors. Visitors to the Uganda International Trade Fair will be able to purchase discounted tickets in advance and avoid queues at the gates. Inside the exhibition, shoppers will be able to pay with MoMo for goods and services while accessing assorted discounts on selected products, courtesy of MTN MoMo. To crown the experience, MTN will also provide an exclusive 5G internet experience throughout the Trade Fair’s duration. In his remarks at the unveiling event, James Kalibbala, the National Standards Council Chairman, commended the innovative spirit that has been the hallmark of the efforts to expand the market for Ugandan products and services. “For the last 31 years, this event has been a beacon of innovation and commerce. Our commitment is quality, authenticity and local excellence,†he said. In his comments about the partnership, John Isabirye, a Key Accounts Manager at MTN MoMo Uganda, said: “We are delighted to partner with UMA for the Uganda International Trade Fair 2025. The theme of ‘Sustainable Industrialisation for Inclusive Growth, Employment and Wealth Creation’ resonates strongly with MTN MoMo’s mission to drive financial inclusion and digital innovation.†He added, “With MoMo, we are making trade and payments more seamless, safe, and accessible to everyone. From buying discounted tickets, to paying for goods and services at the fair. This partnership is another demonstration of our commitment to improving lives through innovations that matter.†This partnership underscores the role of technology and digitization in driving sustainable industrialization, supporting businesses, and empowering consumers. Ugandans are encouraged to purchase their tickets conveniently from their homes, offices, and schools using MTN MoMo, recharge their wallets, and enjoy a wide range of discounts when they Pay with MoMo at the upcoming Uganda International Trade Fair. The Uganda International Trade Fair is a platform venue for companies to exhibit their goods, network, and investigate new opportunities. It highlights Uganda’s industrial potential and progress in the manufacturing sector. First held in 1993, the trade fair has over the years grown in influence, attracting tens of thousands of local and foreign producers and service providers from 28 countries.
