Huddah Nassali Tamale, a health-conscious individual, started her entrepreneurial journey by opening a confectionary while at campus. She later shifted her focus to creating Nash Royal Tea in 2016, a business that produces healthy teas with natural spices and herbs. Huddah grows some of the herbs in her garden and works with out growers for tea leaves, ensuring high standards of quality and quantity. Despite challenges such as logistics and maintaining quality with out growers, her dedication to research, mentorship, and marketing through various platforms has contributed to her success. Huddah advises aspiring entrepreneurs to seek mentorship and learn from experts in their field. Her business now employs 6 people full-time and supplies to over 30 supermarkets in and outside Kampala.

Karen Aida Kyazze, an art enthusiast, founded Karenz Creations during her Senior Six vacation, turning old car tyres into furniture and decorative items. Her business idea was sparked by a family member's photo of a flower vessel made from tyres. Starting with a table she crafted using her pocket money, Karen's uncle's purchase of it motivated her to pursue the venture. Karenz Creations now produces a variety of products, including a steel water fountain, and employs four part-time workers. Despite challenges such as financial constraints, undervaluation of her products, and underestimation of her business's environmental impact, Karen remains driven by a desire to create jobs for women and address climate change. She emphasizes the importance of mental health for entrepreneurs and advises taking gradual steps while enjoying the process.

Christine Namubiru Mutebi and Gilbert Opolot, after various business attempts, founded 1620 Footsteps, an upholstery company specializing in car interiors, including custom seat covers, headrests, and steering wheel covers made from African print. The idea was born from Gilbert's discomfort with his car's steering wheel, leading to the creation of a product that was both functional and culturally significant. Despite initial challenges such as deadstock and customer research, the company has grown, now operates its own workshop, employs six permanent staff, and has received international media attention, including from the BBC. Christine emphasizes the importance of customer involvement in the design process and the company's focus on providing a unique experience. She shares lessons learned and advises aspiring entrepreneurs on the importance of understanding customer needs and being adaptable.

Faith Aweko, the founder of Reform Africa, has turned her childhood interest in waste management into a successful business. Growing up in a Kampala slum with poor drainage, she witnessed the detrimental effects of waste on her community. After training at the Social Innovation Academy, she started creating waterproof bags from fused plastic bags, addressing both waste management and the needs of children affected by flooding. Reform Africa, founded in 2018, employs local women and aims to expand into a recycling plant. Despite challenges such as a lack of local support for the bags, Faith remains dedicated to her vision of turning waste into wealth and promoting sustainable practices in Africa. She emphasizes the importance of patience, perseverance, and starting small for aspiring entrepreneurs in the recycling industry.