We help Startups to Scale up
The PwC Uganda Startup Initiative
The PwC firms in Eastern Africa have the capability and expertise to drive Startup-related initiatives to nurture growth opportunities across the region.
Overview
We support a wide range of high growth startups in different sectors across the region.
We empower Startups
Now, more than ever, startups and scaleups are shaping the world of tomorrow, and PwC is excited to be part of this new era of entrepreneurship.
Here in Uganda, our partnership with the National ICT Innovation Hub under the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance is enabling us to directly support the country’s growing community of innovators. Through the PwC Uganda Startup Initiative, we are working hand‑in‑hand with local founders to build the capabilities they need to formalise, grow, and scale sustainably.
Across Eastern Africa, PwC firms support innovative startups and scale-ups to meet their growth ambitions and take their businesses to the next level — and our Uganda initiative is a key part of that regional commitment.
We recognise that running a startup is both exciting and challenging. Having an adviser who understands the ecosystem and stands firmly on your side can make all the difference. Whether a startup is led by a seasoned business professional or a passionate first‑time founder, we’re here to help them navigate the complexities of building a fast‑growing business and achieve key milestones with confidence.
PwC’s Eastern Africa team is here to help
You have the idea, the product, the technology. We have the network, experience and expertise.
- We give you access to our network of experts across the region and globally and connect you with relevant stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem.
We can significantly reduce your time to market and help you to scale your business leveraging on our multi-disciplinary teams with a broad range of experience and expertise in accounting, tax and legal advisory.
We can support you in getting investor ready by helping you optimise your key investor documents (pitch deck, investor business plan and financial model). We use our skill, expertise and industry knowledge.
- You get access to our sustainability experts who can help you to reconfigure your strategy and operations to improve your impact on the environment and society.
- We can provide guidance as you enter due diligence processes - leveraging the extensive knowledge and experience of the PwC team, who collectively have worked on many M&A and capital raising transactions.
We support start-ups in building internal capacity to run efficient and effective enterprises through a range of training courses that optimise your ability to manage your finances and cash flows, meet your regulatory obligations and get you investor ready.
Events
- February 2026
- March 2026
- April 2026
February 2026
Understanding tax and legal compliance obligations
Startups will get a chance to understand their Tax & Legal Compliance Obligations, receiving practical guidance on the essential requirements needed to operate formally in Uganda. The session covers business registration, key tax obligations such as obtaining a TIN and filing income and VAT returns, how to treat donations and cryptocurrency‑based funding, basic employment compliance, and common legal risks around agreements, IP, and data protection. Startups also engage in Q&A, highlighting the importance of clarity as they formalise and grow.
March 2026
Financial management
Startups will deepen their understanding of how to manage cash flows strategically, develop realistic financial projections, and implement disciplined budgeting practices. The session equips them with the tools to track liquidity, anticipate funding needs, allocate resources effectively, and make informed financial decisions that support stability and long‑term growth. By strengthening their financial planning capabilities, startups are better positioned to attract investors, withstand operational pressures, and scale sustainably.
April 2026
Operational systems, internal processes and controls
The session explores how to design simple but effective processes across HR, finance, and operations, map workflows from lead to cash, and set up basic internal controls that minimise errors and reduce fraud risk. It also covers the introduction of essential policies and SOPs, practical ways to use low‑cost tools to systemise daily activities, and how to build operational structures that can scale smoothly without creating chaos.
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Want to work with us? No matter where you are in Eastern Africa, our team of advisers is here to support you.
Olivier Ma, ACA, CFA
George Chitwa
