POS and shop management tips for Uganda & East Africa

3 min read · 22 Jul 2026

What happens if I default on a moneylender loan?

3 min read · 21 Jul 2026

Where can I buy cheap wholesale clothes for my boutique?

In Kampala, visit wholesale plazas in Kikuubo, Nabugabo, and Owino Market.

3 min read · 20 Jul 2026

How do I import goods from China or Turkey to Uganda?

Use consolidated door-to-door cargo shipping agencies (e.g., Salama Cargo, Radix, KAS Cargo).

3 min read · 19 Jul 2026

What are the best cargo shipping companies from Dubai to Kampala?

3 min read · 18 Jul 2026

How do Kikuubo traders get goods so cheaply?

3 min read · 17 Jul 2026

Do I have to pay import duty on small packages?

Yes. Cargo shipping rates per kilo usually include consolidated customs duty clearing fees charged by the freight agency.

3 min read · 16 Jul 2026

How can I find reliable agricultural suppliers for my market stall?

3 min read · 15 Jul 2026

Is it more profitable to buy fresh produce directly from farmers in the village?

Yes. Purchasing at farmgate prices cuts out middleman margins, but you must factor in transport, spoilage, and loading costs to Kampala.

3 min read · 14 Jul 2026

How do I negotiate with wholesale suppliers downtown?

Build long-term relationships, make prompt cash/mobile money payments, buy in standardized bulk units, and request prompt-payment trade discounts.

3 min read · 13 Jul 2026

What are the profit margins on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)?

FMCG items (soap, sugar, cooking oil) yield low margins ($3\% - 8\%$), relying on high sales volume.

3 min read · 12 Jul 2026

How do I deal with suppliers who deliver expired or damaged goods?

3 min read · 11 Jul 2026

What is the average rent for a shop in downtown Kampala?

Ground floor shop rent in prime arcades ranges from UGX 1,500,000 to UGX 5,000,000+ per month. Upper floor spaces range from UGX 500,000 to UGX 1,500,000.