A membership organisation coordinating and supporting stakeholders across Uganda's bamboo value chain
Active member businesses
Government ministry partnerships
This is what drives us
Making bamboo a profitable, sustainable, and widely used resource that improves livelihoods, restores landscapes, attracts investors, and positions Uganda as a relevant player to the global bamboo economy.
Our Values
Eight principles guiding every decision we make.
Transparency
Open and honest in all our operations, decisions, and communications with members and stakeholders.
Innovation
Constantly seeking new approaches, technologies, and ideas to grow Uganda's bamboo sector.
Collaboration
Stronger together, building partnerships across the value chain no single actor could achieve alone.
Sustainability
Balancing economic growth with long-term ecological and social responsibility.
Action
Moving from conversation to delivery, we test fast, learn fast, and scale what works.
Inclusivity
Growth
Compliance
Operating within and actively shaping the regulatory frameworks governing Uganda's bamboo sector.
Board, Management & Advisors
Governed by a diverse team with deep roots in Uganda's bamboo sector and the global industry.
Sjaak de BlooisBoard Chair
Robert SsemakulaGeneral Manager
Joseph MunyangaboHead of Policy
Robert van KatsStrategy
Sanne EekelProgram Management
Dr. Collin MuhumuzaMarket Development
Thomas QuirynenMarket Lead Europe
Pieter HuysTreasurer
Herwig GeenhovenTechnical Lead
Lukas den AdmirantProjects & Communications
Mr. Tom OkelloMinistry of Water & Environment
Mr. Mark MutaahiBiD Capital Partners
Dr. Selim RezaINBAR
Ms Trudy MuwangaGreen Building Council Uganda
Ms Susanne LucasWorld Bamboo Organisation