Jumia Uganda
Largest online marketplace serving Ugandan shoppers.
Jumia Uganda at a glance
Jumia Uganda is an e-commerce website and one of the most visited sites in Uganda, currently ranked #4 in the country. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda. Today Jumia Uganda is owned by Jumia Technologies AG. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 3 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through marketplace commissions, logistics fees, seller advertising. Its closest rivals include kikuu.com, facebook.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 2.8 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 2.9 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 3 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 3.2 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct48%
App-first shopping habit
- Organic search31%
- Paid search11%
- Social6%
- Referral & email4%
Audience & demographics
- Women54%
- Men46%
- Age 25-3430%
- Age 18-2423%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in Uganda, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Uganda86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 0.9 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Uganda
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| jumia uganda | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| online shopping | Top 10 | High | — |
| discount codes | Top 10 | High | — |
| free delivery | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Uganda web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 76% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading e-commerce apps in Uganda
Company information
- Website
- jumia.ug
- Sector
- E-commerce
- Owner
- Jumia Technologies AG
- Owner type
- Public company (NYSE: JMIA)
- Founded
- 2014
- Headquarters
- Kampala, Uganda
- Ownership
- Jumia Technologies AG controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- English
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, paid search
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Public company (NYSE: JMIA)
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Jumia Uganda operates an online retail and marketplace platform focused on Uganda. Largest online marketplace serving Ugandan shoppers. Revenue comes mainly from marketplace commissions, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Marketplace commissions
- Logistics fees
- Seller advertising
- JumiaPay
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International presence
- Primary market
- Uganda
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Uganda)
- #4 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading e-commerce site in Uganda
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| kikuu.com | ≈ 1.8 million / month | #5 class competitor | — |
| facebook.com | ≈ 1.3 million / month | #6 class competitor | — |
What is Jumia Uganda?
Jumia Uganda (jumia.ug) is an online retail and marketplace platform serving users in Uganda. Largest online marketplace serving Ugandan shoppers. It ranks #4 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the e-commerce category.
Who owns Jumia Uganda?
The site is operated by Jumia Technologies AG. The company was established in 2014 and is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Jumia Uganda at roughly 3 million visits per month, about 0.1 million per day. Around 76% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 7.4 pages per visit with an average session of 6 min.
How Jumia Uganda makes money
Revenue comes primarily from marketplace commissions, alongside logistics fees, seller advertising, jumiapay.
Competitors in Uganda
Its closest rivals include kikuu.com, facebook.com.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2014
Jumia Uganda is founded in Kampala, Uganda.
- Growth phase
Expands its e-commerce offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #4 among the most visited websites in Uganda.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Wide product assortment with competitive local pricing
- Established delivery and returns network
- Local payment methods and installment options
- Mature seller tools and campaign calendar
Cons
- Product quality varies between third-party sellers
- Returns and disputes can take time on marketplace orders
- Commissions and ad costs pressure smaller sellers
- International shipping coverage is limited
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Jumia Uganda?
Jumia Uganda is operated by Jumia Technologies AG. Public company (NYSE: JMIA) structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Jumia Uganda headquartered?
Jumia Uganda is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda.
When was Jumia Uganda founded?
Jumia Uganda was founded in 2014.
What is Jumia Uganda's revenue?
Jumia Uganda does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from marketplace commissions, logistics fees, seller advertising, jumiapay.
Who are Jumia Uganda's competitors?
Main competitors in Uganda include kikuu.com, facebook.com.
How does Jumia Uganda make money?
Mainly marketplace commissions, logistics fees, seller advertising, jumiapay.
Is Jumia Uganda publicly traded?
Jumia Uganda's ownership: Public company (NYSE: JMIA).
How many visitors does Jumia Uganda get?
Third-party estimates place Jumia Uganda at roughly 3 million visits per month, mostly from Uganda, with 76% mobile traffic.
Is Jumia Uganda safe?
Jumia Uganda is an established e-commerce site founded in 2014 and ranked #4 in Uganda; use the official domain jumia.ug and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsjumia.ug
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageUganda and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos