POS and shop management tips for Uganda & East Africa

3 min read · 31 Aug 2026

Do small retail shop owners have to pay VAT?

No. Value Added Tax (VAT) at $18\%$ applies only if your annual taxable turnover reaches or exceeds UGX 150,000,000.

6 min read · 30 Aug 2026

Shop Rent, Arcades & Utilities in Kampala, Uganda

A guide to shop rental costs, lease agreements, utility management, and tenant rights for businesses in Kampala.

3 min read · 30 Aug 2026

How do I calculate presumptive tax for a small business?

Presumptive tax applies to small businesses with annual gross turnover between UGX 10,000,000 and UGX 150,000,000 that are not VAT registered.

7 min read · 29 Aug 2026

Stock Management, POS & Theft Prevention for Uganda Shops

Strategies for effective stock management, choosing a POS system, and preventing theft in retail businesses across Uganda.

3 min read · 29 Aug 2026

Are market vendors in Owino/Nakasero exempted from URA taxes?

No.

6 min read · 28 Aug 2026

Multi-branch POS in Uganda: stock transfers without the arguments

Running two or more shops in Uganda? Learn how multi-branch POS and stock transfers keep inventory honest across locations.

6 min read · 28 Aug 2026

Sales, Debt Recovery & Customer Relations for Ugandan Businesses

Tips on attracting customers, managing credit sales, recovering debts, and handling customer complaints for shops in Uganda.

3 min read · 28 Aug 2026

What happens if I don't pay URA taxes on time?

6 min read · 27 Aug 2026

Managing Shop Attendants & Labor Laws in Uganda

A guide for Ugandan shop owners on hiring, training, paying, and managing shop attendants, including NSSF and labor laws.

3 min read · 27 Aug 2026

How can I clear my URA tax arrears?

7 min read · 26 Aug 2026

Online Selling, Social Media & Digital Marketing for Uganda Businesses

Strategies for online sales, social media marketing, and digital presence for Ugandan shops, including WhatsApp, TikTok, and Jumia.

3 min read · 26 Aug 2026

How do I file nil returns on the URA portal?