A new development initiative blending international capital with on-the-ground engagement is gaining momentum in Uganda, with a focus on delivering clean water, strengthening local industries, and creating lasting economic opportunity.
Backed by Memnon Capital Africa, Omega Management Group LLC, and Salt and Soil Corp, the effort is positioning itself as a departure from traditional investment models, prioritizing hands-on implementation and community impact.
“This isn’t about distant investment decisions,” said Corey Boaz. “We’ve been in the communities, on the ground, listening to people. What we’re building is meant to directly improve everyday life.”
The initiative’s first major focus is water, developing systems capable of delivering safe, reliable supply to underserved populations.
Working with the Ministry of Water and Environment, led technically by Alfred Okot Okidi, the team is mapping out high-need areas and deploying modern intake technologies designed for long-term use.
The project has drawn input from across Uganda’s leadership landscape.
In Kampala, plans are also underway to expand pharmaceutical manufacturing, with the goal of improving access to affordable medicines while strengthening Uganda’s industrial base.
At the same time, initiatives linked to artisanal mining aim to turn informal activity into sustainable livelihoods.
Project leaders say their approach has been shaped as much by field visits as by strategy sessions. Traveling between Kampala and Jinja, team members engaged directly with communities gaining insights into the daily challenges tied to water access and economic opportunity.
“These experiences ground everything,” Boaz noted. “Behind every system we design, there are real people depending on it.”
Their model centers on long-term commitment, ensuring projects are not only launched but sustained.
As Uganda continues to grow, initiatives like this are being viewed as potential blueprints for future development where infrastructure, industry, and community needs are addressed together.
“The opportunity here is enormous,” Boaz said. “If we get this right, we’re not just building infrastructure, we’re helping unlock Uganda’s full potential.”
