Glovo, Uganda’s leading multi-category app, proudly announces its inaugural E-commerce Day—a groundbreaking event designed to equip SMEs with the tools and strategies they need to succeed in the fast-changing digital economy.
Scheduled for December 5th, 2024, in Kampala from 9:00 AM, the event will bring together SME owners, industry experts, Glovo partners, and thought leaders alongside local and international brands to foster innovation, unlock growth opportunities, and drive digital transformation across sectors.
Over 1,000 SMEs across Uganda already leverage Glovo’s platform to expand their reach, optimize operations, and embrace digital solutions that fuel sustainable growth. This event aims to empower even more businesses to thrive in a competitive digital marketplace.
What to Expect Participants can look forward to:
- Interactive Workshops: Practical strategies to scale businesses, build brands, and streamline operations.
- Receive Expert Insights: Tailored advice on financial literacy, invoicing, and payment cycles.
- Connect through Networking: Tea and lunch breaks designed for entrepreneurs to exchange ideas and forge partnerships.
- Celebrate Excellence: Awards and certificates to recognize outstanding partners and their achievements.
- Hands-On Support: A help desk offering real-time business solutions.
Why It Matters
The inaugural Glovo E-commerce Day is a catalyst for growth, equipping SMEs with lasting tools, actionable strategies, and connections to navigate and lead in Uganda’s rapidly evolving e-commerce ecosystem.
Empowering SMEs to Lead in the Digital Economy
As a major driver of Uganda’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Glovo bridges gaps in logistics, technology, and market access for SMEs across industries such as food delivery, groceries, retail, and pharmaceuticals. This event underscores Glovo’s mission to position SMEs at the forefront of Uganda’s digital transformation, empowering businesses to thrive sustainably.
Leadership Insights
“SMEs are the future of Uganda’s economy. At Glovo, we are committed to helping these businesses overcome logistical challenges, connect with new customers, and embrace the digital transformation shaping industries globally. This event is a celebration of their resilience and our investment in their success,” said Ivy Maingi, General Manager, Glovo Uganda.
Charity Abei, Q-commerce Lead for Glovo Uganda, shared: “Through Glovo E-commerce Day, we aim to provide SMEs with practical knowledge, actionable tools, and access to scalable solutions. Our goal is to empower entrepreneurs to adapt to digital changes, embrace innovation, and grow sustainably in a competitive market.”
Samantha Bwete, Sales and Account Management Lead for Glovo Uganda, added: “Glovo E-commerce Day is all about building bridges. Through collaboration, shared strategies, and hands-on support, we aim to help SMEs not just survive but thrive and lead in an increasingly digitalized economy.”
Expanding Glovo’s Reach Across Uganda
As part of our vision to build the largest online marketplace, giving everyone access to anything in their city within minutes, Glovo is expanding its footprint beyond Kampala to cities like Mukono.
This expansion unlocks opportunities for SMEs to integrate into Uganda’s rapidly growing digital marketplace and enhances access for customers across the country.
Join Us Glovo E-commerce Day 2024 is more than an event—it’s a movement to inspire and empower Uganda’s entrepreneurial community. Join us for this milestone gathering and take a step toward unlocking your business’s full potential in the digital economy.
