Starting a Business in Uganda as Foreigners

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  • Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024

Комментарии • 87

  • @gerrytushh
    @gerrytushh Год назад +7

    Just subscribed after watching you on Kenganda podcast. Welcome home ❤ Welcome to Uganda 🇺🇬😍

  • @KeithRichAbaho
    @KeithRichAbaho 5 месяцев назад +1

    wow interesting and educative even for me and am a Ugandan really didn't knw the full and right way to start a business

  • @firstbornchannel1525
    @firstbornchannel1525 Год назад +3

    I remember one thing here that am number 52 to subscribe here and I can't wait to hear more and more information as I pray for this channel to continue having more and more subscribers and hope to learn more about Africa.

  • @iradukundavitalien5065
    @iradukundavitalien5065 Год назад +5

    I’m here from the podcast,I loved your mindset and the quote from your husband “African is for the builders not consumers😅”that’s hard truth 😊,I wish you good luck with your family ❤

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Appreciate it. We're here for the long haul so being all extra doing the most is one thing we can't/won't do.

  • @namugerapatrick
    @namugerapatrick Год назад +3

    Just started watching saw u on kenganda .

  • @richardariong2769
    @richardariong2769 Год назад +2

    Welcome to Uganda and while here do visit the country side too. Its beautiful. I wait to hear business venture and be a customer if in line...

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      We some city/country people. We must go out there.

  • @phoebepaulsen2434
    @phoebepaulsen2434 Год назад +3

    Thanks to kenganda just discovered your channel and subscribed.

  • @gheechiedan9299
    @gheechiedan9299 Год назад +3

    Just saw yall on Oshay channel Kenganda! New sub from the USA! 😀👍🏾

  • @lucybe6517
    @lucybe6517 Год назад +6

    My dia sister, thanks for sharing 👍 I am so sorry for all you went through. 💔 that's Africa for you. Thank God you are settled. Welcome to my country, Uganda . I just subscribed. I pray to meet you one day I am in Uganda. My advice to all trying to Africa. Please first go visit, get to know the community first before you move. Be careful because scams are everywhere, even worse in Europe 🇪🇺.

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Thank you for the kind words. We look at it as life happens and a lesson learned.

    • @sarahtn912
      @sarahtn912 11 месяцев назад

      I live in Boston and we have been scammed not only by a lawyer, and financial lenders and contractors. As I type this, I am looking for painters but most of them want cash upfront, at least 50%! We have lost a lot $$ to contractors, especially those who come claiming to be Christians. We even lost $1500 to two members of our church. We refinanced our house and need to do some interior painting but we can't afford to lose it to scammed. The point is as long as we are dealing with human beings, we are going to run into scammers. This is an opportunity for "KEGANDA" to come up with a reference list of reputable professionals who can be held to account. Good luck to you and keep the faith.

  • @gwen1107
    @gwen1107 Год назад +3

    Good info!! Thank you for sharing!

  • @andebloat5427
    @andebloat5427 9 месяцев назад +1

    here from the podcast ,welcome to Uganda ,great to have insight from people coming from abroad about our country ,gives us a new way to look at things and opportunities we didn't know existed ,sorry about the daughter/coach incident ,glad you took action and followed up ,that will resonate and inspire better services and behavior .....Enjoy Uganda ,take time to visit the north too, Greetings from West Nile .

  • @TheSubiShop
    @TheSubiShop Год назад +2

    Hi @AfricaEverAfter we are here to support. Love your story...keep it going!

  • @africandances3041
    @africandances3041 Год назад +2

    New sub.. from uganda thnxx for the content

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Thank you for the sub. If you have a subject you want us to cover let us know.

  • @eddielewis8074
    @eddielewis8074 Год назад +7

    Oshay interview drop me hear.

  • @sandrasgotvoice
    @sandrasgotvoice Год назад +1

    New subscriber. Your tenacity will pay off, and everything that is stolen (scammed) from you, you shall recover double. Stay in faith. Looking forward to hearing about your successes! 🙏🏽

  • @AskAuntieFay
    @AskAuntieFay Год назад +2

    TYSM for your transparency in this journey. This is so generous of you to share & valuable for those coming after you. May TMH recompense you for all taxation for being American and rebuke those who try to going forward. Bless you!

  • @lizzy1046
    @lizzy1046 Год назад +2

    Great info. Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @aggreymwesigwa2934
    @aggreymwesigwa2934 Год назад +2

    Thanks for coming to Uganda! I would be happy to invest with you. Happy for you to vet me. I have been looking for a partner. I am Ugandan.

  • @ParahYah_Yasharal58
    @ParahYah_Yasharal58 Год назад +3

    Thank you for sharing your story. It looks like a tedious process, but as they say, anything worth having is worth working towards. If we were to remain stagnant and try to open a business here in the states, it would still be an uphill process because if you don’t have the capital/credit necessary, it can sometimes not be feasible. I salute you & your family and pray that TMH will continue to order your steps as you look to Him for provision. Shalom! ❤

  • @Jnealt12
    @Jnealt12 Год назад +1

    Discovered you from Kenganda. My family is from Uganda, i live in North America but intend to visit Uganda more often. I really wish you and your family the very best in Uganda. Business environment there is quite slow but presents a lot of opportunity. Just make sure to take your time, and vet everyone. People aren't as honest, and trustworthy as they may present to be. There are however many good people. Exercise patience, and don't always be quick to write any cheques.

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the advice. We're working on those things every day. Slowing down, being vigilant and patient. I must admit like you said it's some good people here though.

    • @Jnealt12
      @Jnealt12 Год назад +1

      @@AfricaEverAfter The systems and controls in a lot of places in Uganda are inefficient or non-extistent for the most part so you are exposed to a lot of human ingenuity and dishonesty, otherwise people are hishonest everywhere in the world (including the States). What makes the world that you and me different, is that systems and controls are effective. Now there is where your opportunities in a country like Uganda lie. Provide a better service, get your staff and customers to see things differently......and you will surely succeed. I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE VERY BEST, YOU ARE GREAT PEOPLE !!

  • @max-rd3bo
    @max-rd3bo Год назад

    Thank you for sharing your journey.

  • @Ukundahome
    @Ukundahome Год назад +4

    Just watched you on kenganda and just loved your attitude. I travel to Uganda every year. One thing you have to understand is that every country offers challenges...In Germany for example ,the paper work though fast its crazy and once you qualify for taxes the govt takes unto 45%....Then about Kenya things are a little bit faster, people are more aggressive too but I think less opportunity for business empire growth ,Uganda still lacks /so many inefficiencies like you mentioned , ...customer-care kills me most and then you got Indians who are ...like terrible . Since you are in the meat industry ,I would suggest also bio labelled meat as I never see any labels in supermarkets....alot of marketing and expose ofcourse ..Good luck.

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Thank you. You're speaking our language with the business. That's on our list of things to finish within the next month.

  • @gusmotorsports
    @gusmotorsports Год назад +1

    I can't wait to tell my story. lol

  • @msbeaz
    @msbeaz Год назад +3

    Just subscribed 😊 Can you discuss the various visa requirements/options for AA’s who are retired, starting a business, or young AA’s who want to live in Uganda?

  • @Silverbackugx
    @Silverbackugx Год назад +1

    Lol, laughing with you. The same happened to me. Sometimes they just want you to "appreciate" them to get your business name. I refused to participate in corruption and pushed on. I have a really good friend here who is a lawyer, she owns a bakery and a hardware store, and is a law lecturer at the University. She is a genuine friend and my go to with any legalities, but get her quick if interested she keeps singing to me about being tired of Uganda and its ways and wanting to go to South Africa for her Doctorate ..

  • @sarahnamazzi8855
    @sarahnamazzi8855 Год назад +2

    It's also us Ugandan from the diaspora who pay high costs.
    We have many fake lawyers, engineers, doctors etc.

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +3

      Wow. Thanks for sharing. I pray things change.

  • @kcchristop
    @kcchristop Год назад +2

    The receipt for trading license often has different money to what you pay! We are trading business we pay 600,000 every year but on the receipts show 428,000 ugx! I think it has to do with government! I usually pay in the bank after getting a trading license!😊

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Thanks for this info. We'll keep this in mind.

  • @lorenzowere9433
    @lorenzowere9433 Год назад +5

    Do me a favor...go spend a month in Kenya, it fits you best...great international schools, and lots of accessibility for you and your kids, and many black american families couples with kids...and nobody harasses you even if you are alone at a cafe, because kenya is a big tourists and international nomadic work environment

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      I believe we will go in a couple of weeks. We're nervous because we'll like it too much. 😬

    • @gerrytushh
      @gerrytushh Год назад +1

      Whether it's Kenya 🇰🇪 or Uganda 🇺🇬 or somewhere else, the East African Community countries are wide open for African Americans wanting to relocate. This is the most progressive economic and political subregion in Africa 💪🏾😍

  • @gerrytushh
    @gerrytushh Год назад +2

    The local business partner (who knows everything) should help to cause such a scammer to be arrested and prosecuted in court!!!

  • @africandances3041
    @africandances3041 Год назад +1

    From kenganda recomendation

  • @JamesLollis-br9qx
    @JamesLollis-br9qx Месяц назад

    I understand how people feel going to Africa and experiencing these things, but my wife and I are business owners in the US. we have issues in the US that makes that entire situation seem small.

    • @JamesLollis-br9qx
      @JamesLollis-br9qx Месяц назад

      We the US in 6 days, I would like contact you or someone to make the weekly report of our experiences in Uganda we plan to be there for 5 months, our plans are stay in kampala for about 3 to 4 days then find something more permanent.

  • @firstbornchannel1525
    @firstbornchannel1525 Год назад +2

    Sorry for that and I think you know that it's everywhere in Africa and even in Mexico if they find out that you're from USA many times you pay more than what the local people pay. 😢 but thanks for sharing ❤

  • @TonyTouch-m2j
    @TonyTouch-m2j Год назад +3

    Hi thanks for sharing your story. Our family also moved from the West to Uganda. We have been here for just over a year. It would be nice to talk and share experiences as African diaspora returnees. Do you have an email address where we can reach you?

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +2

      That's wonderful. You can reach us at africaeverafterchannel@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you.

    • @TonyTouch-m2j
      @TonyTouch-m2j Год назад +1

      Hi thanks, I sent you an email!

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      @@TonyTouch-m2j I got it. I'll respond asap

  • @nasaphillz8403
    @nasaphillz8403 Год назад +3

    Price goes up the moment you speak what they call good english😅

  • @RuachYahya
    @RuachYahya Год назад +1

    Thats a lot.

  • @kcchristop
    @kcchristop Год назад +2

    I paid the lawyer just 1 million ug× they did everything!!

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +2

      You found a good lawyer. It took us getting burned before we found one.

  • @errollthorpe8239
    @errollthorpe8239 11 месяцев назад

    How much do you need to pay for the permit and, what is the estimated amount needed to open the bank account?

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  11 месяцев назад

      You can start an account with as little as $5 USD. However I will say that we were told if your business has less than 40 million shillings which is roughly $10,000 in the account you make an audited more often as a government may see your business as illegitimate. Permit cost vary

  • @AP-Heavenly
    @AP-Heavenly 11 месяцев назад +1

    Never pay the cash to the officials because all those taxes can be paid to the bank or by mobile money

  • @kingmaafa120
    @kingmaafa120 8 месяцев назад +1

    No pork on my plate 😮

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  6 месяцев назад

      All day everyday day. Can't do no pork

  • @ricardolopestavares2076
    @ricardolopestavares2076 8 месяцев назад

    Hello, thanks for the information, are you open to partnership in Uganda?
    I want to invest in Uganda, buy land and going into agriculture, what knowledge or opportunities do you know or you have?
    Do you know company’s with opportunities in Uganda that diasporas can invest?

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  6 месяцев назад

      Not yet. But we will in the future eventually.

  • @maleekb4272
    @maleekb4272 7 месяцев назад

    Hello , Thanks for your crucial info. Can you share us your new lawyer’s contact? We are trying to setting up a company as a foreigner . Thanks in advance

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  6 месяцев назад

      Can you kindly send us an email. I will respond with her contact information.

  • @phillipwaku2786
    @phillipwaku2786 5 месяцев назад

    Sorry for dat bad experience corruption is one of the reasons why were still behind. It didn't happen to you alone even us the natives are scamed too by our fellow Ugandans

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  5 месяцев назад

      Yeah it happens to us all like you said. We just wish they would do right by all people so we can surpass our dreams

  • @TheAvira123
    @TheAvira123 Год назад

    So moral of the story is "horrible". Thanks for the heads-up. Next country!

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      What's crazy is Uganda is one of the easier countries to start a business in. Maybe I'll do a video on how I would do it in the future versus how I did it the last time.

    • @TheAvira123
      @TheAvira123 Год назад

      @@AfricaEverAfter would it be easier than Rwanda? Rwanda is kicking goals like no other in the foreign direct investment space.

    • @lorenzowere9433
      @lorenzowere9433 Год назад

      @@TheAvira123 Rwanda is way easier to do business in than Uganda...I think the problem in Rwanda is that it's small, so you are dealing with a very small market...but it's easier, efficient, respectful, and great place for family

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  Год назад +1

      Rwanda makes it easy to start a business. Our major issue was the small size of the country and we weren't a fan of the way they handled the lockdowns. But I'm excited to visit at some point.

  • @SueChef100
    @SueChef100 Год назад +1

    Find a smart Ugandan.....😊

  • @nafkotteddy5749
    @nafkotteddy5749 6 месяцев назад +1

    You're not muzungu
    Muzungu means white person

    • @AfricaEverAfter
      @AfricaEverAfter  6 месяцев назад

      Exactly. But, for some reason a large amount of Ugandans is that term towards blacks. I don't understand it

  • @moseskazungu1158
    @moseskazungu1158 Год назад +1

    How is rong? The Government of Uganda more president Museveni trying to faiting craption you give somebody money more than you spotted criminal!!!You give a Criminal in is office money to get what you want. You committed crime.I don't blame you I blame your business partner.becouse themselves they know about craption.Another day don't do that again.God will blame you !! Because you know what is good and you do what is rong.God bless you and your family . I'm Moses Bukenya UK 🇬🇧

  • @SueChef100
    @SueChef100 Год назад +1

    You have to say you are from Africa😅

  • @booboogang
    @booboogang Год назад +3

    Uganda is my fav African country so far! Nice video! I wonder if you guys got the residency there?

  • @mistashortstroke443
    @mistashortstroke443 Год назад +1

    Omg 😳 u gorgeous af