Rotary District 9213 and Kiira Motors Corporation are proud to announce a strategic partnership for the upcoming 100th Rotary District 9213 Conference (DISCON 100 Conference), scheduled to take place in Jinja from April 9-12, 2025. This collaboration underscores both organizations’ commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community development.
Jerome Ayazika (Manager Sales & Marketing) and Anne Nkutu (District Governor) at the ceremony
As part of this partnership, Kiira Motors has become the official mobility partner of the conference. The partnership will see Uganda’s pioneer vehicle manufacturer provide transportation for conference delegates within Jinja and facilitate an exclusive tour of its state-of-the-art vehicle plant. These initiatives will not only enhance the conference experience but also offer delegates a firsthand look at Uganda’s advancements in green mobility and automotive innovation.
This partnership presents a unique opportunity for Kiira Motors and Rotary to engage with a diverse audience of business leaders, professionals, and change-makers from across Uganda and beyond. As a company at the forefront of Uganda’s automotive industry, Kiira Motors aims to leverage this collaboration to showcase its groundbreaking automotive technology, demonstrate the impact of local automotive manufacturing on Uganda’s economic growth and industrial development. The partnership will also be used to inspire innovators and entrepreneurs by highlighting opportunities in automotive engineering, manufacturing, and green energy solutions.
Speaking during the unveiling of the partnership at the Kiira Vehicle Pant, Rotary District Governor Anne Nkutu highlighted the significance of this collaboration:
"DISCON 100 is a milestone celebration of service, leadership, and community impact. Partnering with Kiira Motors—Uganda’s pioneering automotive manufacturer—aligns perfectly with Rotary’s vision of innovation and sustainable development. This partnership will enrich our delegates’ experience while showcasing Uganda’s capacity to drive transformative change in the mobility sector."
"DISCON 100 is a milestone celebration of service, leadership, and community impact. Partnering with Kiira Motors—Uganda’s pioneering automotive manufacturer—aligns perfectly with Rotary’s vision of innovation and sustainable development. This partnership will enrich our delegates’ experience while showcasing Uganda’s capacity to drive transformative change in the mobility sector."
Jerome Ayazika, the Director Marketing and Sales of Kiira Motors said that “the partnership as an opportunity to engage with leaders dedicated to positive change. The collaboration will provide Rotary delegates with an inside look at how Uganda is shaping the future of mobility while presenting opportunities that are available in the wider automotive value chain.”
The 100th Rotary District Conference will be hosted at the Civil Service College in Jinja. Delegates will deliberate on issues that affect communities while celebrating the milestones that have been achieved so far. A week-long medical camp is expected to take place in Jinja where thousands of people will receive free medical treatment and examinations.