Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi
Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi
Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development – Republic of Uganda
Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi is the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury at Uganda’s Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. Appointed in July 2021, he is the government’s chief economist and the principal advisor on fiscal and economic policy.
He is responsible for managing the national budget, overseeing public expenditure, and guiding macroeconomic strategy to support inclusive growth and the achievement of Uganda’s Vision 2040. His role includes strengthening public financial management, promoting domestic revenue mobilisation, and ensuring effective implementation of government programmes.
Before joining the Treasury, Dr. Ggoobi built a distinguished career in academia, research, and policy advisory. He served as a Senior Lecturer of Economics at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) and worked extensively as a consultant for government, development partners, and international organisations on issues of public finance, industrial policy, and economic transformation.
He has been a prominent voice in Uganda’s economic policy debates, known for his evidence-based approach and practical perspectives on how to accelerate industrialisation, create jobs, and modernise agriculture.
Dr. Ggoobi holds a PhD in Economics and is widely recognised for bridging academic research with policy practice. His leadership at the Treasury continues to shape Uganda’s economic reform agenda and long-term development strategy.
Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury at Uganda’s Ministry of Finance, will share Uganda’s bold 10X Economic Growth Strategy—an ambitious plan to grow the economy tenfold over 15 years. Anchored on Agro-industrialisation, Tourism, Mineral-based industrialisation, and Science, Technology & Innovation (ATMS), his insights will highlight Uganda’s commitment to sustainable, inclusive growth. He will also address systemic risks such as regional instability, climate change, and misinformation, emphasizing that managing these challenges is integral to the country’s long-term investment strategy.Thursday | Monday - Thur 11th & 15th–17th Sept | Pre- & Post Engagements
Special Reflections & Diplomatic Engagement
As part of the 15th UK–Africa Business, Trade & Investment Summit 2025, delegates have the exclusive opportunity to host or meet VIP speakers, ministers, business leaders, and institutional partners in targeted one-to-one or small group sessions.
These meetings are designed to provide:
Direct access to decision-makers and industry leaders from East Africa, the UK, and the Commonwealth.
Sector-specific discussions tailored to your business or investment priorities.
Opportunities to explore partnerships, secure investment commitments, and advance trade deals.
Delegates available for pre- and post-summit meetings include:
🔷 Finance, Banking & Investment
- Hon. Matia Kasaija – Minister of Finance and Economic Development
- Hon. Amos Lugoloobi – State Minister for Finance, Planning
- Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba – Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Uganda
- Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi – Permanent Secretary & Secretary to the Treasury
- Julius Kakeeto – Managing Director, PostBank Uganda
- Irene Mutyaba Kabiri – Corporate Banking Director, Absa Bank Uganda
- Dr. Christine Charity Mwebesa – Presidential Assistant for Economic Affairs
🔷 Infrastructure, Transport & Urban Development
- Hon. Francis Ecweru – Minister of State for Works and Transport
- Prince Juuko Richard – Ministry of Lands & Urban Development
🔷 Energy, Natural Resources & Environment
- Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa – Minister of Energy and Mineral Development
- Dr. Alfred Okot Okidi – Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment
🔷 Trade, Industry & Chambers
- Hon. Francis Mwebesa – Minister of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives
🔷 Tourism, Culture & Creative Industries
- Juliana Kagwa – Chief Executive Officer, Uganda Tourism Board
- Susan Nsibirwa – Managing Director, Nation Media Group | Monitor Publications
🔷 Science, Technology & Innovation / Digital Economy
- Dr. Monica Musenero – Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation
- Badru Ntege – Founder/Director, NFT Consult Ltd
🔷 Governance, Policy & Diplomacy
- Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga – 1st Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for East Africa
- Maj. Gen. Apollo Kasiita Gowa – Director, Citizenship and Immigration, Uganda
- General David Muhoozi – Minister of State for Internal Affairs
🔷 City Development & Local Governance
- Hajjat Sharifah Buzeki – Executive Director, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA)
How to Participate:
Delegates wishing to host or book one-to-one meetings with VIP participants are encouraged to register their interest early. Pre- and post-summit sessions have limited availability and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.