On November 5, 2026, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni hosted Tanzania's Vice President, Deogratius Ndejembi, at State House in Entebbe, Uganda. The meeting focused on bilateral relations and joint development projects between the two nations. Ndejembi conveyed greetings from Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and reaffirmed Tanzania's commitment to continued cooperation with Uganda.
During the meeting, Museveni and Ndejembi discussed shared development priorities, including infrastructure, energy, trade, and regional economic integration. They emphasized the need for regular engagement between their governments to ensure the timely implementation of strategic projects. These projects aim to improve transport connectivity, facilitate trade, and support economic growth between the two countries.
President Museveni welcomed Ndejembi and reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to maintaining close relations with Tanzania. He called for continued dialogue between the two governments to advance projects of mutual interest and strengthen economic cooperation. This cooperation is crucial for both countries, which are members of the East African Community (EAC).
Ndejembi stated that Tanzania remains committed to working with Uganda, noting that the two countries share common development priorities and interests in regional prosperity. Uganda and Tanzania have longstanding diplomatic and economic relations, with cooperation covering cross-border trade, transport infrastructure, energy, and regional integration.
The two countries are cooperating on major infrastructure and energy developments, including the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). The EACOP is designed to transport Uganda's crude oil from Hoima to the Tanzanian port of Tanga for export. This project is a significant aspect of their bilateral cooperation and economic partnership.
The meeting at State House reaffirmed the two governments' commitment to continued engagement on bilateral projects and shared economic priorities. Both countries are dedicated to promoting economic cooperation and the free movement of goods, services, and people among partner states in the EAC.
Key areas of cooperation between Uganda and Tanzania include trade, infrastructure development, and energy projects. The two nations will continue to work together to implement joint development projects and strengthen their economic ties. This cooperation aims to improve the livelihoods of their citizens and promote regional prosperity.
Key points
- President Museveni and Vice President Ndejembi discussed cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, and regional integration.
- The two leaders emphasized the need for regular engagement to ensure the timely implementation of strategic projects.
- Uganda and Tanzania are cooperating on major infrastructure and energy developments, including the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP).
