Startup Uganda (SU) is an association of innovation and entrepreneurship support organizations (IESO) working towards strengthening the startup support ecosystem and sector.

Rooted in the fundamental belief that innovators and entrepreneurs are a driving source of economic, social, and environmental sustainable development, the association is committed to creating an enabling environment where startups can access the support they need to start and grow. As an association of organizations, SU’s approach stems from the conviction that we are stronger and more impactful together than we are alone. SU endeavours to deepen the trust, sharing and collaboration between members and the ecosystem at large.

SU was initiated in 2019 by eight IESO members with support from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF). The association intends on expanding its reach and impact by including a greater number and variety of IESOs, and to work with government, private sector, donor communities, and other ecosystem supporters. Towards these ends, SU embarked on a strategy development process to set comprehensive priorities and a path for development and growth. This Strategic Plan (2020-2025) is an internal, guiding document for SU members, executive committee/ board of directors and secretariat.