“They Laughed When I Said I Wanted My Own Business, Today I Won a Ksh 500M Government Tender” Matin From Uganda Reveals

My name is Matin, and growing up in Uganda, I always dreamed of building something of my own. From a young age, I was fascinated by entrepreneurship and the idea of creating opportunities not just for myself but for others. But every time I shared my ambitions, people laughed. “It’s impossible,” they said. “Stick to a stable job.” Their words stung, but I refused to let doubt dictate my life.

After completing my studies, I faced the harsh realities of the job market. Opportunities were scarce, and low-paying jobs were all I could find. But I never lost sight of my dream. I started small, investing in a modest venture that offered logistics services. It wasn’t glamorous, and many doubted I would succeed, but I worked tirelessly. Every setback was a lesson, every small victory a reminder that perseverance matters.…CONTINUE READING