State Minister for Trade Hon. Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi has urged local producers & manufacturers to prioritize quality branding & packaging to position themselves in the competitive market.
Mbadi was officially closing a 3 day Masterclass Training in Packaging Technology that took place at Protea Hotel. The training was organized by the Ministry of Trade in partnership with the Institute of Packaging Partners of Uganda and the World Packaging Organisation.
In his remarks, Gen. Mbadi noted that good packaging and product certification are key to accessing markets. “Packaging is nolonger an afterthought in value addition. It is a decisive factor in market competitiveness, food safety, environmental sustainability, and consumer trust, “said Mbadi
He challenged the participants to elevate the packaging of locally made products to compete with international brands currently dominating the Ugandan market.
