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Roofings Group Launches E-Commerce Platform to Transform Steel Purchasing in East Africa
Roofings Group Launches E-Commerce Platform to Transform Steel Purchasing in East Africa
Roofings Rolling Mills, Namanve – Kampala
At Roofings Group, we are proud to announce the official launch of our new steel e-commerce platform in Uganda, a major step forward in our journey toward digital transformation in the steel industry and enhanced customer experience.
As a leading steel manufacturer in Uganda and East Africa, we are continuously evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers. This new online steel shopping platform reflects our commitment to innovation, accessibility, and efficiency in the way construction materials are purchased online.
A Strategic Digital Partnership
To bring this vision to life, we partnered with Tech Mahindra, a global technology leader with extensive expertise in digital transformation solutions, enterprise systems, AI, and cloud technology.
Redefining the Steel Buying Experience
Our online steel shop is designed to simplify and modernize how customers access and purchase products. Customers can now:
- Browse a wide range of steel products in Uganda, including roofing sheets, hollow sections, TMX 500c rebars, fencing products, and other building materials
- Access real-time steel prices in Uganda and product availability
- Buy steel online without the need for physical visits
- Enjoy a faster, more transparent, and more efficient procurement process
This marks a first-of-its-kind digital steel purchasing platform in East Africa, setting a new benchmark for convenience and transparency.
Driving Digital Transformation in the Steel Industry
Our Chairman, Dr. Sikander Lalani, commended the dedication and teamwork that made this milestone possible and emphasized that this launch represents a key moment in our digital transformation journey in manufacturing.
He further highlighted the platform’s importance for diaspora customers buying construction materials in Uganda, who can now securely and directly purchase products without relying on intermediaries.
Our Group CEO, Mr. Sheikh Arif, emphasized the strong collaboration across teams, reaffirming our focus on improving customer experience in the construction sector and operational efficiency.
Executive Director Oliver Lalani noted that while we have already achieved Level 2 automation in production at our Namanve plant, this platform extends that innovation into digital sales and online procurement systems—reinforcing transparency in the steel supply chain in East Africa.
A Vision Realized
This milestone reflects our long-term vision of leading innovation in the steel manufacturing industry in Africa and delivering future-ready solutions for our customers.
Customer-Centric Innovation
According to our Group Sales Manager, Joseph Arinaitwe, the platform simplifies the entire steel buying process online, removing barriers for customers who cannot visit physical branches and enabling seamless ordering from anywhere.
Why This Matters in Today’s Market
This launch comes at a time of growing demand for:
- Online procurement systems in Africa
- Greater price transparency in steel markets
- Easy access to construction materials in Uganda and East Africa
- Flexible payment methods including Mobile Money, debit cards, and credit cards (with zero transaction fees)
- Exclusive online discounts on steel products
Start Buying Steel Online Today
Our Roofings Group online shop is now live. Customers can browse products, check prices, and place orders instantly:
www.roofingsgroup.com/shop.html
About Roofings Group
Roofings Group is a leading steel manufacturer in East Africa, providing high-quality steel and plastic construction solutions. Known for innovation, reliability, and industrial excellence, we continue to support infrastructure development in Uganda and across the region.