Youth hail Shumuk Group boss for transforming their lives

2 December 2025, 10:08 am

By Ronald Ssemagonja

Young people employed by the Shumuk Group of Companies have praised the organisation’s Executive Director, Mukesh Shukla, for creating opportunities that they say have transformed their lives.

According to several staff members who spoke anonymously in Kampala, the company’s work environment has enabled many youths to earn a living, gain experience, and build careers, even though they rarely interact directly with the CEO.

They said Shukla’s leadership and the systems he has established ensure a well-organised and supportive work environment. While they face some minor challenges, they are confident that management will address them.

Shumuk Group, established in 1984, has employed more than 500,000 people across the country over the years. Mukesh Shukla, the company’s Chief Executive Officer, was born in the Arua sub-region 63 years ago.

One employee said the company has provided many young people with a start in life. “We thank Mr Shukla for creating such a positive environment that has employed so many people, including us,” they said. “Like any other business, we face minor challenges, but we are optimistic that management will resolve them. We encourage young people, especially those on vacation, to find something productive to do. Most of us started small, but at least we are making progress.”

Some of the youths also cautioned their peers against being manipulated by politicians for personal gain. “I am 28. This is the age bracket politicians often exploit for their own goals,” one youth noted. “Please don’t allow yourselves to be used. Elections come and go, but some of our age mates are still in prison for actions taken just to impress politicians, who themselves face no long-term consequences.”

Shumuk Group’s vision is to meet the aluminium utensils and sheets needs of the masses while acting as an efficient and reliable supplier. Its mission focuses on providing cost-effective, quality products that conform to required standards.

The company is accredited by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) and operates across various sectors, including aluminium manufacturing, tours and travel, forex bureaux, and other ventures.