Jaffer Kapasi OBE – Business Leader and Community Champion

Jaffer Kapasi OBE is a respected businessman and community leader who moved to the UK from Uganda in 1972. Settling in Leicester, he established a successful accountancy firm and has since become a prominent figure in the East Midlands business landscape. In 1997, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty the Queen in recognition of his services to business in Leicestershire.

Mr. Kapasi has held several leadership positions, including as a Director of the East Midlands Chamber, representing businesses across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Leicestershire. He also served as a Director of Asra Housing Group, contributing to housing and social development initiatives.

His life and achievements have been the subject of an in-depth biography by Professor K. Sato of Meiji University in Tokyo, highlighting his significant contributions to British society.

With a deep commitment to economic development and international cooperation, Mr. Kapasi has been a strong advocate for building trade and investment links between the UK and Africa, particularly Uganda. His work has supported the growth of UK-Uganda bilateral trade, which exceeded £81.5 million in 2013, with key exports including vehicles, machinery, and pharmaceuticals.

Jaffer Kapasi continues to inspire through his leadership, community engagement, and dedication to fostering inclusive economic growth.