AboutDr. Ismail Twahir Kakooza
Founder & Investment Liaison – ITK Holdings & Qalbi Investment
I’m Ismail Twahir Kakooza— a Kampala- & Nairobi-based investment liaison specialist dedicated to helping foreign investors succeed in East Africa. With 15+ years of hands-on experience, I’ve become the go-to partner for companies, funds, and individuals seeking to unlock opportunities across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and the broader region
My mission is to remove the complexity from investing in East Africa: to demystify regulations, to secure safe land and assets, to structure compliant ventures, and to ensure my clients get the full value of the region’s growth potential. Whether you are looking at agribusiness, energy, real estate, fintech or manufacturing, I aim to turn risk into clarity, and opportunity into growth.
Facilitate Seamless Market Entry:
Help investors establish a strong and compliant presence in East Africa with minimal friction.Promote Sustainable Investments:
Ensure projects contribute positively to local communities, employment, and long-term economic development.Strengthen Regional Partnerships:
Build lasting relationships between investors, governments, and local businesses for mutual benefit.Enhance Investor Confidence:
Provide accurate information, transparent guidance, and reliable support from project inception to completion.Drive Innovation and Inclusion:
Champion modern investment models that prioritize both profit and social impact.
Core Values
I uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring honesty, transparency, and trust in every engagement.
I’m dedicated to delivering world-class advisory services that consistently exceed client expectations.
I believe collaboration is the key to success — fostering strong relationships between investors, local communities, and government bodies.
I embrace forward-thinking solutions and creative approaches to investment challenges, ensuring clients benefit from modern strategies, emerging technologies, and evolving market trends in East Africa.
What Sets Me Apart
Local Insight & Global Perspective — I combine in-depth regional knowledge with an international business mindset.
Strong Networks — Years of collaboration with East African governments, investment authorities, and private sectors.
End-to-End Support — From opportunity scouting and land acquisition to licensing, stakeholder engagement, and launch.
Proven Results — Numerous investors have successfully established sustainable ventures through my guidance.
Key Sectors & Expertise
Agriculture & Agro-processing
Energy (Renewables & Clean-Tech)
Real Estate & Infrastructure Development
