The short answer
Most app projects in Uganda fail for the same reasons: no fixed price, no clear plan, and a developer who goes silent halfway through. We built our company to be the opposite. Growth Informer Software Services is a Kampala team that ships Android and iOS apps on a fixed quote and a milestone plan, with mobile money integrated and progress updates on WhatsApp every week.
We have 25+ live builds you can visit, and we have managed over $100,000 in ad spend for clients, so we understand not just how to build an app, but how to get it used. If you want a partner who finishes what they start, you are in the right place.
Why businesses choose us
There are plenty of freelancers and studios in Kampala. Here is what makes clients pick us and stay.
- We actually ship — 25+ live builds you can open right now, not a slide deck of concepts. See our portfolio.
- Fixed quote before we start — you know the price and the timeline up front, with a 50 / 25 / 25 milestone plan, never a surprise invoice.
- Weekly updates on WhatsApp — you always know where your build stands. No chasing, no silence.
- Mobile money built in — MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and cards, done properly. See mobile money integration.
- You own everything — code, accounts and store listings are yours from day one.
- We help it grow — the same team runs Google and Meta ads, so your app gets users, not just a launch.
How we build your app
A clear process is what separates an app that launches from one that stalls. Ours has four stages.
1. Scope & fixed quote
A short call to understand what you want and who it is for. We come back with a fixed price, a timeline and a milestone plan, so there are no surprises.
2. Design & build
We design the screens, then build Android and iOS from one codebase to keep cost down and the versions in sync. You see progress every week and can steer as we go.
3. Test & launch
We test on real devices and slow connections, integrate payments, and publish to the Google Play Store and Apple App Store in your name.
4. Support & grow
After launch we stay on hand for fixes and improvements, and can run ads to get you your first users.
What we build
We build the apps Ugandan and East African businesses actually need.
- Business & service apps — booking, delivery, ordering and on-demand apps.
- Marketplaces & platforms — multi-vendor apps with payments and dashboards. See what an app like Uber costs.
- Fintech & wallet apps — with mobile money, ledgers and secure accounts.
- Companion apps — mobile front-ends for existing systems and business software.
If you are still weighing the technology, our guide on Flutter vs React Native explains how we keep cross-platform builds efficient.
How to choose an app company in Uganda
The cheapest quote is rarely the cheapest app. An app that never launches costs you everything you paid, plus the opportunity.
- Ask to see live, shipped apps — not mock-ups.
- Insist on a fixed quote and milestone plan — open-ended hourly rates are how budgets blow up.
- Check how they communicate — you want weekly updates, not silence.
- Confirm you own the code and store accounts at handover.
What it costs to hire us
Every app is quoted individually, but here is the honest starting picture.
| App type | Typical price (UGX) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Simple single-platform app | From 1,000,000 | A few weeks |
| App with accounts & payments | Custom quote | Milestone plan |
| Marketplace / platform app | Custom quote | Milestone plan |
For a full breakdown of what drives the price up or down, read our app development cost in Uganda guide. When you are ready for a real number, message us and we will scope it with you.
Frequently asked questions
Do you build both Android and iOS?
Yes, from one codebase, which keeps cost down and the two versions in sync.
Will you publish it to the app stores for me?
Yes. We publish to Google Play and the Apple App Store in your name, and you own the listings.
Can you add mobile money?
Yes. MTN MoMo, Airtel Money and card payments are part of what we do on almost every app.