About Us

🏪 About Softadastra

Welcome to Softadastra, East Africa’s leading fashion marketplace connecting designers, boutiques, and fashion lovers across Uganda and DRC. Our platform is dedicated exclusively to clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories, providing merchants of all sizes, as well as individuals, with the tools to sell their fashion products commission-free and reach a wide audience effortlessly. Our commitment: a transparent, fair, and accessible environment tailored to every seller’s needs.

🕰️ Our Story

Softadastra was born from the vision that online fashion commerce should be open to everyone, without the barriers imposed by high commissions. As entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts, we witnessed the challenges faced by African designers, boutiques, and independent sellers trying to reach their audience. That’s why we built Softadastra: a platform where fashion sellers keep 100% of their earnings while gaining maximum visibility among serious buyers.

👤 Founder & Team

Softadastra was created and is led by passionate innovators in technology and African e-commerce. We proudly embrace our identity and responsibility toward the fashion community we serve.

Gaspard Kirira — Founder & CEO

• Short Bio: Distributed Systems Engineer | Creator of Softadastra.com | Passionate about empowering fashion entrepreneurs in Africa.
• Languages: English, French
• Based in: Kampala (Uganda) — Originally from DRC
• Contacts: contact@softadastra.com • +256 790 220 177
• Professional Profiles: LinkedIn • X/Twitter

“Our vision is to build a transparent, fast, and fair African fashion marketplace — where designers, boutiques, and buyers keep the value without commission barriers.”

Key Team

• CTO — Backend engineering (C++/Node), security & performance
• Head of Product — Seller/buyer experience, UX & analytics
• Ops & Support — Vendor onboarding, fashion seller support, SLA management

👥 Our Team

Softadastra is more than a vision — it’s a dedicated team empowering African fashion commerce and creating opportunities for designers, boutiques, and individual sellers across the continent.

Gaspard Kirira Founder & CEO

"Empowering African fashion commerce with a simple, secure, and commission-free platform — built for massive adoption and long-term growth."

Elda Support & Projects

"My mission is to ensure every fashion seller thrives on our platform, with dedicated support at every step."

Kethy Tunasi Marketing & Communication

"Marketing is about turning our vision into powerful messages that inspire African fashion entrepreneurs."

👉 Meet the full team on the Our Team page.

🎯 Our Mission

Our mission is to revolutionize African online fashion commerce, creating a platform where designers, boutiques, and individuals can sell clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories commission-free while reaching serious buyers. We aim to build an ecosystem where every transaction is transparent, fair, and beneficial to all parties.

🤝 Our Commitment

• 0% commission: every fashion seller keeps all their revenue, maximizing profits.
• Platform accessibility: easy for designers, boutiques, and individual sellers to list and sell fashion products.
• Secure transactions: all payments are safe and traceable for buyer and seller peace of mind.

❓ Why Choose Softadastra?

• Fashion-Focused Marketplace: exclusively clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories.
• 0% Commission: keep 100% of your sales revenue.
• Personalized Support: dedicated assistance for fashion sellers to grow their business.
• Accessibility for All: from individual designers to established boutiques, anyone can sell easily.

👥 Join Our Fashion Community

Join a dynamic community of fashion sellers and buyers across East Africa. Whether you sell new collections, luxury items, or second-hand fashion, Softadastra gives you the tools and visibility to thrive online. Start selling today and experience the power of commission-free fashion commerce.

🛠️ Our Services

At Softadastra, we specialize in fashion commerce services for designers, boutiques, and individuals across Uganda and DRC. Whether you're selling clothing, shoes, bags, or accessories, our platform provides tailored solutions to help you grow your fashion business online without paying any commission fees.

💸 Commission-Free Fashion Selling

Our flagship service empowers fashion sellers to list and sell their products without paying any commission. Keep 100% of your revenue and reinvest it into your brand, collections, or boutique for sustainable growth.

📈 Benefits for Fashion Merchants

• 0% commission: All sales revenue goes directly to you. No hidden fees or deductions.
• Maximum visibility: Attract buyers across Uganda, DRC, and the wider East African fashion community.
• Integrated management tools: Streamline your inventory, product listings, and order tracking with ease.
• Promotion & marketing: Get featured on Softadastra’s social channels and campaigns to reach more fashion buyers.

💎 Selling Luxury and Second-Hand Fashion

Softadastra is the perfect platform for individuals selling high-end, designer, or second-hand fashion items. Showcase collectible watches, rare jewelry, designer clothing, and premium accessories in a secure and attractive marketplace.

👨‍💼 Benefits for Individual Sellers

• Premium marketplace: Present your fashion items in a curated environment for serious buyers.
• No commission: Keep the full sale price for every item you sell.
• Guaranteed security: Transactions are safe and traceable, providing peace of mind for both buyers and sellers.

💻 Custom Digital Solutions for Fashion Businesses

Beyond marketplace services, Softadastra offers web and mobile development to help fashion brands and boutiques thrive online. We create tailored solutions to enhance your e-commerce presence and streamline your operations.

🌐 Development Services

• Custom websites: Build a stylish site that reflects your fashion brand and meets customer expectations.
• Mobile applications: Reach buyers anywhere with intuitive, high-performance apps.
• Business management tools: Streamline inventory, orders, and customer management with custom solutions.

🔧 Technical Support & Maintenance

Our technology support ensures your fashion business runs smoothly online. We provide ongoing maintenance, performance optimization, and responsive assistance to keep your store or app operating flawlessly.

📞 Dedicated Support Services

• Customer support: Help with account, listing, or transaction issues.
• Continuous maintenance: Keep your digital tools up-to-date and functional.
• Performance monitoring: Analyze and improve your store for optimal speed and reliability.

Whether you’re a fashion designer, boutique owner, or individual seller, Softadastra is your ultimate partner to sell clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories commission-free. Our platform provides visibility, tools, and support to help you succeed in the African fashion market.

🔒 Transparency & Trust

At Softadastra, trust is the cornerstone of our marketplace. We ensure full transparency about our identity, operations, and commitments, so fashion sellers and buyers can engage with confidence.

📜 Legal Information

• Company Name: Softadastra Ltd
• Countries of Registration: Uganda & Democratic Republic of Congo
• Tax Identification Number (TIN/VAT): UG12345678 (Uganda) / CD987654321 (DRC)
• Headquarters: Kampala, Uganda — Kinshasa, DRC
• Official Email: contact@softadastra.com
• Phone: +256 700 000 000 (UG) / +243 900 000 000 (CD)

💳 Payment Security

All transactions on Softadastra are protected through trusted and secure payment partners, ensuring your money is safe at every step:

• MTN Mobile Money
• Airtel Money
• M-Pesa
• Bank Cards (Visa, Mastercard)
• SSL-secured gateways for safe online payments

🛡️ Platform Security & Data Protection

• SSL Encryption: All connections are fully encrypted to protect personal and financial data.
• Reliable Hosting: Our servers operate 24/7 on secure infrastructures.
• High Uptime: 99.9% availability guaranteed through continuous monitoring.
• Privacy Policy: Compliance with international standards to ensure complete user data protection.

🔄 Returns & Guarantees

Softadastra ensures fair and transparent transactions for both fashion sellers and buyers:

• Right of Return: Up to 7 days after delivery, respecting seller conditions.
• Traceable Payments: Every transaction is secure and fully trackable.
• Dedicated Support: Assistance available for any claims or issues.

🌍 Community & Presence

Softadastra is not just a marketplace — it’s a growing fashion community. Connect with us and stay updated:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter / X
• LinkedIn

✅ Why Trust Softadastra?

We design our platform to empower African fashion sellers and buyers with transparency, security, and fairness. Our core commitments:

• Compliance with local and international e-commerce regulations.
• Support for fashion merchants and small businesses to grow digitally.
• Continuous innovation to deliver solutions that fit the African fashion ecosystem.
• Safe, secure, and user-friendly online selling environment for all users.