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JINJA - The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) is currently hosting the third edition of the Women’s Day Katale, with exhibitors showcasing various products.

Held at the Dam Waters Rugby Ground in Jinja City, the event commenced yesterday and will conclude tomorrow (March 17).

Day two featured interactive business clinics, networking opportunities, and funding opportunities in the market. 

Some of the exhibited products include; arts and crafts, clothing, hair and body care items, agricultural products, banking products as well as lessons on hairdressing, shoe making, and marketing among others.

During the Creatives business clinic, Daniel Kazibwe (popularly known as Ragga Dee), a board member representing arts and creatives at PSFU, advised young artists to maintain professional boundaries with their managers to avoid conflicts.

Ucha David Karmu, managing director of Detra, specialising in energy solutions, noted the significance of such exhibitions in attracting new clientele.

Under the theme "Bridging Economic Divides for Women’s Prosperity," this season of the Katale receives support from the Young Africa Works Lead Firm Structure program, funded by the Mastercard Foundation.

The Women’s Day Katale serves as a vital platform for women entrepreneurs, enabling them to showcase their offerings to a diverse audience, thereby expanding their market presence and visibility.

During the Creatives business clinic, Daniel Kazibwe (popularly known as Ragga Dee), a board member representing arts and creatives at PSFU, advised young artists to maintain professional boundaries with their managers to avoid conflicts.

"If u going to support this girl, she should not be your girlfriend. Do not mix business with pleasure. Music is business. As a girl who wants to make it in the sector, create a line between your business and your pleasure because, at the end of the day, the small mistake you make will cost your career," he said.

Ahuurra Andrew, managing director of Quad-A, a record production firm, noted the necessity for more training and awareness initiatives within the creative industry to protect girls and women.

"Our people need training and sensitisation. We also need a code of conduct with music promoters and producers. if we dare find someone in an association. The girls are being used and people are not accountable to anyone," he said.