Bashir used to sell electronics for someone else before deciding to venture into poultry farming. The idea came from watching his mother, who also kept chickens. To ensure the business was viable, Bashir conducted his own research and decided to use the money he had saved from a savings group to start.

Starting wasn’t too difficult for Bashir since he already had a suitable space—an unfinished rental building he uses for free—and feeders and drinkers that his mother had previously used. With UGX 600,000, he bought 30 chickens, feeds, and medicine.

Enabel later supported him with 60 high-quality chickens, more feeders, drinkers, and additional supplies like feeds and medicine. He now rears chickens for both eggs and meat. However, Bashir faced a major setback when 27 of his chickens died due to what he believes was food poisoning. Despite this, he is determined to keep going, with the remaining 33 chickens, including 7 cocks.

Bashir plans to sell his entire stock, at a rate of  UGX 25,000 per  hen and UGX 45,000 to 50,000 per cock. After selling, he plans to restock and expand his business.

Bashir is now confident in running his business. He has learned the importance of keeping proper records and tracking his income and expenses.

“I feel my business is on the right track despite the setback,” Bashir says. He is now better prepared to handle challenges and is optimistic about growing his poultry farm.