The Blockchain Association of Uganda (BAU) will host the 2nd edition of the Kampala Blockchain Summit at Four Points by Sheraton in Kampala on November 25; the event will feature a keynote address from Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, Governor of the Bank of Uganda, highlighting the summit’s significance as a national forum where industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators will converge to discuss the future of blockchain and financial technology in Uganda.
The summit will be held under the theme “From Regulation to Growth: Uganda as a Regional Hub for Virtual Assets” reflecting Uganda’s current regulatory momentum, including the recent Cabinet approval of the Virtual Assets and Virtual Assets Service Providers Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Risk Assessment Report 2025, and the Financial Sector Stability Forum’s establishment of a dedicated working group on digital assets.
“This summit represents a pivotal moment in Uganda’s journey toward becoming East Africa’s leading hub for responsible virtual asset adoption,” said Reginald Tumusiime, President of the Blockchain Association of Uganda. “The Governor’s participation marks a watershed moment for Uganda’s virtual assets economy, signaling the Central Bank’s commitment to shaping smart regulation that balances innovation with consumer protection.”
Following his keynote address, Dr. Atingi-Ego will immediately join Reginald Tumusiime for a fireside chat for an in-depth and intimate conversation that will explore key regulatory issues, including stablecoin oversight, financial inclusion strategies, and Uganda’s potential to position itself as a leading regional hub.
The summit will also feature an enriching program of top global and local experts leading critical discussions. Olivier Fines, CFA, Global Head of Advocacy and Policy Research (EMEA) for the CFA Institute, will deliver a presentation titled “An Investment Perspective on Tokenization,” building on two research pieces on tokenization co-authored by Olivier and published by the CFA Institute. This will set the stage for a deep-dive panel discussion on “Tokenization: A Blockchain Use Case,” featuring prominent figures such as Moses Rutahigwa and Albert Gitta.
Another must-mention panel discussion titled “Enabling Innovation: The Regulators’ Roundtable on Virtual Assets” will bring together policymakers, including representatives from the Central Bank of Uganda, the Financial Intelligence Authority, and the Capital Markets Authority.
The summit will also feature the tentative launch of a virtual assets-centric IFC Working Group, marking a concrete step in institutionalizing the technology and further positioning Uganda as an emerging technologies hub.
The summit is structured to inspire and empower the next generation of blockchain leaders.
Since the Blockchain Association of Uganda’s inception in 2018, the association has played a pivotal role in establishing Uganda as a regional hub for blockchain and emerging technologies. Under the recent leadership of Reginald Tumusiime, the Blockchain Association of Uganda has grown into a collaborative entity, partnering with key regulatory bodies such as the Financial Intelligence Authority and Bank of Uganda.
Tumusiime envisions an expansion of the Blockchain Association of Uganda’s mandate, transitioning into an “emerging technologies association” that supports innovations beyond blockchain, including big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and robotics. “Our growth will be driven by the stakeholders we work with, and we aim to provide a platform for innovators to scale their ideas,” he said.
BAU continues to drive the country’s blockchain narrative, fostering a safe and informed environment for digital innovation. With its dedicated team, extensive collaborations, and commitment to bridging knowledge gaps, the BAU has become a beacon of progress for blockchain development in Uganda. As the association progresses, Uganda stands well-positioned to reap the economic and social benefits of blockchain, securing a prosperous digital future for its people.
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