Jinja, Uganda — Mwamic General Enterprises SMC Ltd successfully hosted a pioneering Industrial Hemp (Sativa) Symposium aimed at empowering women—particularly single mothers and mothers—from Eastern Uganda. The event focused on creating awareness about the economic and social opportunities within Uganda’s emerging hemp sector.
The symposium brought together farmers, women leaders, and community representatives to discuss how industrial hemp can provide sustainable livelihoods, climate-smart farming options, and value-added opportunities in food, textiles, construction, and wellness industries.
Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, former Speaker of Parliament and current First Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda, graced the event as the Guest of Honour. In her remarks, she applauded Mwamic’s efforts in promoting women-centered agricultural innovation and emphasized the importance of including women in Uganda’s green economic transformation.
“Empowering women with knowledge and opportunities in industrial hemp is not just about farming—it is about restoring dignity, creating jobs, and building resilient communities,” Kadaga stated.
Mwamic highlighted its three-tier farmer model—Trial, Model, and Out-grower Farmers—encouraging women to take up roles as Model Farmers, serving as regional ambassadors of sustainable hemp cultivation. Training sessions and knowledge-sharing discussions were also conducted on seed development, processing opportunities, and compliance with national agricultural guidelines.
The symposium closed with a strong call to action: supporting women farmers as the backbone of community development while positioning Uganda as a leader in Africa’s industrial hemp industry.