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COULD RON KAWAMARA BE THE SILVER LINING FOR NSSF?

Reports indicate that Ron Kawamara, former CEO of Jumia, is emerging as the leading contender for the position of Managing Director at the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). The NSSF is currently led by Acting Managing Director Patrick Ayote, following the departure of Richard Byarugaba due to the end of his temure. The government is […]

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Timely settlement gives Jumia an edge in Uganda’s e-commerce business

While most Ugandan businesses are used to physical cash payments, there is a gradual shift to electronic commerce that has forced them to move to digital payment channels, which in most cases are done through service providers that do not settle the payments immediately. Given that majority of Ugandan businesses are micro or small enterprises, […]

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Great Iftar deals you can try out on Jumia Food

Kampala: Online food platform has announced special Iftar deals during the holy month of Ramadan for moslem consumers. Throughout this period of fasting, consumers can expect to enjoy a wide range of offers & discounts from different restaurants on the online platform. “We have curated special offers for our consumers that can be enjoyed by everyone […]

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Jumia Uganda takes cash on delivery upcountry to accelerate e-commerce penetration in rural areas

Leading e-commerce platform in Uganda,  Jumia has announced the expansion of Cash On Delivery payments to upcountry consumers in 12 districts. The districts that will enjoy this payment method include Lira, Mbarara, Kasese, Fort Portal, Masaka, Gulu, Soroti, Mbale, Tororo, Arua, Kabale and Hoima. “ The expansion of the Cash On Delivery payments is an […]

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Jumia launches sale to help consumers save this Valentine’s Day

Leading e-commerce platform Jumia is showing some love to its consumers this February by giving them discounts of up to 50% off on a number of products ranging from fashion, to beverages as well as flowers and chocolates in a campaign dubbed “Jumia Loves You” . The campaign which  kicked off on 8th February will […]