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Stitching Excellence, Empowering Craft: Uniting Tailors for a Sustainable Future.

Empowering tailors through skills, innovation, and unity for industry growth.
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Integrity

Upholding honesty and strong moral principles in all actions and decisions made.

Team work 

Collaborating effectively with others, valuing diverse skills to achieve shared goals.

Professionalism

Maintaining high standards of conduct, respect, and competence in the workplace.

  • Chairman Uganda Tailors Association.

    As skilled tailors, our work transcends merely crafting garments; we intricately weave the very fabric that binds our communities together. Our craft plays a crucial role in bolstering local economies, safeguarding cultural heritage, and fostering unity among people. It is our responsibility to advocate for excellence in quality, drive innovation, and promote sustainability within the tailoring industry.
    Mr. Ssekimpi Phillip Kakembo
    Chairman Uganda Tailors Association.
Our community :


Our community of sewing and design professionals strive to support and empower others in the field. We encourage and celebrate the development of fashion students and emerging sewing professionals. We educate the public about the unique and valuable services offered by sewing and design professionals.
Join us to connect with other professionals, learn more about the industry, grow your skills and strengthen your business.

Our Members:

Our members include sewing and design professionals who are:

  • Accessory makers
  • Alterationists
  • Authors
  • Bridal and formal wear designers
  • Costumers.
  • Image consultants
  • Pattern makers.
  • Production sewers.
  • Sewing educators.
  • Tailors.
  • Wearable artists.
  • And other industry-related professionals.
The Benefits :

Our members receive:

  • Networking opportunities through chapter and national events.
  • Client referrals from national website
  • Access to business resource library including sample contracts, printable templates and more
  • Discounted rates for MSDP and MAS Certification 
  • Discounts through industry vendors
  • Expert business and financial advice
  • Online discussion on general business topics, industry news and related issues

About Uganda Tailors Association

We are :

Uganda Tailors Association is a non-governmental organization formed in 2012. This is an umbrella organization formed to unite, empower, professionalize and advocate for tailor’s rights and social values.

Our Values:
  • To unite all Tailors in Uganda.
  • To make tailors have a common voice
  • To change the mind set of tailors
  • To create a steady market for tailors
  • To create the best online selling platform for tailors.
  • To create a strong relationship with the government of Uganda and reduce on the amount of government imports such as Mosquito nets and give the work to our local tailors.
  • To emphasize specialization in tailors.
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    • Our services

    Arbitration and conflict

    Arbitration is a structured process used to resolve disputes or conflicts outside of traditional court systems

    Skills upgrade

    By investing in skill upgrades, tailors not only enhance the quality of their work but also open doors to new business opportunities and innovation in the ever-evolving world of fashion and garment production.

    Market linkage

    through trainings on quality production, organizing and informing tailors about exhibitions and workshops, trade fare etc

    Financial and material

    support through providing linkage and recommendation to access finance and modern tools among others.

    Advise and consultancy

    such as formation of companies, business registration, making contract jobs, Information sharing, providing tailors information regarding improvement of their health, finances, education, leadership among others.

    • Testimonies

      Joining the Uganda Tailors Association has been one of the best decisions of my career. The training programs and workshops have allowed me to learn new techniques, which have improved the quality of my work. The association has also helped me stay updated with the latest trends in fashion and technology. Through networking with other professionals, I’ve been able to grow my business and expand my customer base. It’s a supportive community where we share knowledge and collaborate to uplift the entire industry
      Nakandi Mary
      Tailor at Kasangati

    • Testimonies

      Starting my own business, I faced many challenges—everything from sourcing materials to understanding the business side of tailoring. The Uganda Tailors Association has been a tremendous help. Not only have I gained practical skills through their programs, but I’ve also received mentorship that guided me in growing my small business. Being a part of this association has boosted my confidence, and I now feel well-equipped to face the competitive fashion industry.”
      Miria Adeke
      Tailor at Bunamwaya

    • Testimonies

      Being a female tailor in Uganda can sometimes be challenging, but the Uganda Tailors Association has provided a platform where I feel valued and supported. The association has helped empower women like me to advance in the tailoring profession. Through their initiatives, I’ve gained leadership skills, which have helped me grow my own tailoring studio. The community of tailors I’ve met through the association has become a second family, where we lift each other up and celebrate our successes together
      Nansubuga Mary
      Tailor at Mpererwe

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