STREAM Conference 2025 Empowering Kampala Traders
Supporting Trade Regulations and Efficiency for Accessible Markets
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The 1st Annual STREAM Conference 2025 is a landmark event designed to address critical challenges faced by Kampala traders in regional and international trade. With trade contributing 35% of Uganda’s GDP, this conference aims to bridge knowledge gaps, streamline processes, and foster collaboration among traders, regulatory bodies, and logistics experts.
Empowering Traders, Streamlining Trade, Transforming Markets
08 May 2025 / 08:30am - 04:00pm
Hotel Africana, Kampala
Demystify Trade Processes: Clarify the journey of goods from Kenya’s ports to Kampala retail outlets. Enhance Compliance: Educate traders on customs clearance, tariffs, and regulatory standards (URA, UNBS). Promote Collaboration: Connect traders with key stakeholders like Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and logistics companies. Leverage Technology: Showcase digital tools for efficient shipment tracking and supply chain management.
70% of traders face customs delays; 62% struggle with logistics inefficiencies (URA, 2023). 40% of imported goods fail compliance standards (UNBS, 2023), leading to financial losses. Gain actionable insights to reduce costs, avoid penalties, and optimize supply chains.
Target Audience: We are targetting people who are in positions of handling business ethics, demands, supplies and distributions
Port-to-Retail Logistics: Navigate the complexities of goods movement from Mombasa to Kampala. Customs Clearance Simplified: Step-by-step guidance on documentation and procedures. Regulatory Compliance: Meet UNBS product standards and tax requirements. Technology in Trade: Tools to enhance efficiency and transparency.
Business Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) provide essential financial and support services to traders and entrepreneurs.
Low-interest business loans for stock purchase, expansion, or working capital. Flexible repayment plans tailored to traders’ cash flow (daily, weekly, monthly). Collateral-free loans for trusted members (some SACCOs use group guarantees).
High-yield savings accounts to help members grow capital. Fixed deposit accounts for long-term investment. Dividend payments based on annual profits.
Workshops on bookkeeping, loan management, and profit optimization. Guidance on tax compliance, record-keeping, and digital payments.
Trade fairs and exhibitions to connect suppliers, buyers, and distributors. Bulk purchase discounts through SACCO partnerships with wholesalers.
Loan protection insurance (covers unexpected member defaults). Asset insurance for business inventory, equipment, or vehicles.
Mobile loan applications and disbursements via USSD or SACCO apps. SACCO-to-wallet transfers (e.g., Mobile Money integration for easy transactions).
Lower borrowing costs than commercial banks. Peer support from fellow traders. Financial discipline through mandatory savings.
Ugx. 100,000Per month
Ugx. 200,000Per month
Ugx. 300,000Per Month
Fill in the Membership Application Form
