“From Tomato Seller To City Business Tycoon” James From Uganda Shares His Journey

Life is never simple, especially for those who grow up with little and must struggle every single day just to survive. Many Ugandans can relate to the hardships faced by small business owners who rise before dawn, haul heavy loads to the market, and return home late at night with only a few coins in their pockets. This was the reality for James, a tomato seller from Iganga town in Eastern Uganda, whose story is filled with patience, hardship, and ultimately a remarkable transformation that turned his life around.

James was always known for his hard work. Each morning, he would push his wheelbarrow loaded with tomatoes to Iganga Central Market, hoping his determination would eventually pay off. But life was unforgiving. At times, the tomatoes spoiled before he could sell them. On other days, customers bargained so aggressively that he was forced to sell at a loss just to avoid returning home empty-handed. Despite the long hours, James sank into debt. He struggled to pay school fees for his children, and often his wife had to turn to neighbors for help just to provide food for the family.TO READ MORE, TAP HERE