100 small business ideas

Today is world labour day to celebrate the hardworking men and women around the world.

Here are 100 small business ideas that can be implemented in Uganda. Please note that the success of these businesses may depend on various factors such as location, target market, competition, and the entrepreneur’s skills and passion. These ideas span across different sectors, and many can be started with modest capital.

1. Poultry Farming

2. Fish Farming

3. Dairy Farming

4. Pig Farming

5. Goat Farming

6. Rabbit Farming

7. Beekeeping

8. Snail Farming

9. Fruit Farming (Bananas, Pineapples, etc.)

10. Vegetable Farming (Tomatoes, Onions, Cabbages, etc.)

11. Spice Farming (Vanilla, Pepper, etc.)

12. Grain Farming (Maize, Millet, etc.)

13. Coffee Farming

14. Tea Farming

15. Cocoa Farming

16. Palm Oil Production

17. Shea Butter Production

18. Honey Production

19. Tailoring and Fashion Design

20. Shoe Making

21. Bag Making

22. Soap Making

23. Candle Making

24. Jewelry Making

25. Baking and Confectionery

26. Catering Services

27. Restaurant or Food Stall

28. Mobile Food Truck

29. Bed and Breakfast

30. Event Planning

31. Professional Cleaning Services

32. Laundry Services

33. Plumbing Services

34. Electrical Services

35. Carpentry Services

36. Masonry Services

37. Handyman Services

38. Pest Control Services

39. Real Estate Brokerage

40. Property Management

41. Auto Repair Shop

42. Motorcycle Repair Shop

43. Bicycle Rental Services

44. Taxi Services

45. Delivery Services

46. Mobile Phone Sales and Repair

47. Electronics Repair

48. Internet Cafe

49. Computer Training Center

50. Digital Marketing Agency

51. Graphic Design Services

52. Photography Services

53. Videography Services

54. Music School

55. Dance School

56. Language School

57. Tutoring Services

58. Bookshop

59. Stationery Shop

60. Beauty Salon

61. Barber Shop

62. Makeup Artistry

63. Massage Therapy Business

64. Yoga Studio

65. Gym or Fitness Center

66. Health and Wellness Shop

67. Pharmacy

68. Medical Supply Store

69. Veterinary Clinic

70. Pet Shop

71. Plant Nursery

72. Florist Shop

73. Gift Shop

74. Toy Shop

75. Clothing Boutique

76. Second-hand Clothes Store

77. Shoe Store

78. Supermarket or Mini-market

79. Liquor Store

80. Mobile Money Services

81. Microfinance Services

82. Insurance Brokerage

83. Professional Consultancy (Accounting, Legal, etc.)

84. Career Counseling Services

85. Translation Services

86. Music Instrument Sales and Repair

87. Art Gallery

88. Crafts Shop

89. Furniture Shop

90. Home Appliances Shop

91. Printing Services

92. Screen Printing and Embroidery Services

93. Waste Management and Recycling

94. Solar Power Sales and Installation

95. Water Purification and Bottling

96. Brick Making

97. Carpentry Workshop

98. Metal Fabrication Workshop

99. Retail Gas Distribution

100. Wholesale Distribution (various products)

Remember, each business idea has its own set of challenges, and requires unique skills, resources, and market research. Always conduct a thorough feasibility study and create a detailed business plan before starting any business venture.