By Faith Kwagala
Uganda’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has announced plans to restrict the importation of some car spare parts to support local manufacturing by Kiira Motors. The proposal targets spare parts already being produced in Uganda and aims to strengthen the country’s growing automotive industry.Minister Monica Musenero said the government will seek Cabinet approval to increase taxes on imported spare parts that compete with locally made products. She explained that the move will protect local manufacturers from unfair competition and create more jobs for Ugandans.According to the ministry, local vehicle content has increased from less than 10 percent in 2021 to about 40 percent today, with a target of reaching 65 percent by 2030.Kiira Motors has also secured export orders worth 183 million dollars across Africa.