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Uganda’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is full of ambition, with 88% of business owners viewing entrepreneurship positively and 79% eager to expand. However, the 2024 Uganda National Entrepreneurship Index (NEI) reveals critical challenges, including limited access to finance, low technology adoption, and weak business linkages. Women and youth entrepreneurs face additional barriers, from high registration costs to financial exclusion. While Uganda’s MSME sector remains the backbone of the economy, targeted reforms are necessary to unlock its full potential.