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China Town Lugogo: Actual prices of TVs, fridges, shoes, bags, and more
China Town Uganda, located in Lugogo, was abruptly shut down on Monday, September 2, following a reported terrorist threat. The inability to manage large crowds added to the concerns, and Ugandan police, alongside military personnel, descended on the area during the evening rush hour.
Despite the closure, eager shoppers had already captured photos of products and prices, showcasing just how affordable the goods were compared to other local retail shops.
Upon reopening, a variety of products – many of them Ugandan-made – were back on the shelves. This comes as part of a government policy requiring 40% of shelf space to be dedicated to locally manufactured goods, an initiative aimed at boosting the domestic economy. While many shoppers have embraced this, local retailers are less enthusiastic.
Some argue that the hypermarket, backed by foreign investment, is threatening their livelihood. They claim that China Town Lugogo’s pricing model, enabled by foreign-owned factories, undercuts local businesses, offering goods at much lower prices, while also benefiting from tax incentives.
Nevertheless, shoppers are drawn to the affordability and variety available at China Town. Here’s a look at some of the prices you can expect to find:
- Chiq 190L refrigerator – UGX 720,000
- Hisense flat screen TVs – UGX 315,000 – 990,000
- Microwaves – UGX 880,000
- Power Banks – UGX 93,000
- LG Washing machine – UGX 2.9 million
- Hisense 4K digital TV – UGX 8.4 million
- Table lamps – UGX 50,000
- Floor lamps – UGX 175,000
- Ear rings – UGX 3,500
- Ear buds – UGX 32,000
- Men’s slippers – UGX 25,000
- Hand mirrors – UGX 3,800
- Hair extensions – UGX 28,000
- Roller bags – UGX 60,000
- Children’s toys – UGX 36,000
- Backpacks – UGX 26,000
- Handbags – UGX 48,000
- Fans – UGX 160,000
- Washing machines – UGX 1.8 million – 2.2 million
- Big refrigerators – UGX 720,000 – 920,000
With a broad range of items at such attractive prices, China Town Lugogo is quickly becoming a hotspot for bargain hunters. Videos embedded in this article offer a better reference for those keen on checking out the deals for themselves.
For more insights into China Town and its offerings, be sure to explore our previous coverage of the prices at this popular Ugandan hypermarket.