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Afros and Mo Ntinda
Afros & Mo is one of the better-known natural hair salons in the Ntinda/Bukoto side of Kampala.
The branch is located at Marigold Heights in the Bukoto–Ntinda area, which makes it popular with clients from Ntinda, Bukoto, Naguru, and nearby neighborhoods.
The salon focuses heavily on Afro-textured hair care and built its reputation around healthy natural hair maintenance rather than just quick styling.
The business was founded by twin sisters Maria and Maggie, who started it after noticing there were very few salons in Uganda specializing specifically in natural hair.
Over time, Afros & Mo became known as one of the earliest salons in Kampala dedicated primarily to natural haircare.
Their philosophy centers around helping clients understand their hair texture, maintain healthy hair habits, and wear Afro-textured styles confidently.
The Ntinda/Bukoto branch offers a fairly wide range of services beyond braiding.
These include:
- natural hair styling
- twists and protective styles
- deep conditioning and steam treatments
- relaxed hair maintenance
- makeup services
- facials
- nails
- bridal packages
They also added café services, which gives the salon more of a lounge feel compared to many standard Kampala salons.
A big part of the salon’s reputation comes from its emphasis on hair health.
Afros & Mo frequently talks about proper tension control during braiding, edge protection, moisture retention, and scalp care.
Their branding strongly pushes the idea that natural hair should be maintained carefully rather than aggressively manipulated.
Reviews for the Ntinda/Bukoto branch are generally very positive. Customers often mention:
- gentle handling of hair
- stylists who understand 4C and tightly coiled textures
- clean environment
- professional staff
- neat braiding and twist work
- good customer care
Parents also often mention that children’s hair is handled carefully and with less pain than at many traditional braid salons.
The salon has also gained attention for its role in promoting natural hair culture in Uganda more broadly. It has participated in entrepreneurship and business incubator programs and is frequently mentioned in conversations about the rise of natural hair acceptance in Kampala.
In terms of atmosphere, people tend to describe the Ntinda branch as calmer and slightly more private compared to the central Buganda Road location. That makes it appealing for clients who prefer a quieter salon environment away from the city center rush.
If someone is specifically looking for:
- natural hair expertise
- protective styles done with less tension
- hair education alongside styling
- a salon familiar with Afro-textured hair patterns
then Afros & Mo is usually considered one of the stronger options in Kampala’s natural hair scene.
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What’s New / Current at Afros & Mo (Uganda)
- Strong Reputation & High Ratings
- Afros & Mo continues to be highly rated: on a major review platform, they have a 4.7/5 average from nearly 1,800+ reviews.
- Clients frequently praise the staff’s professionalism, their gentle handling of natural hair, and the salon’s clean and comfortable environment.
- Locations
- There are two branches in Kampala: one in Mukwano Courts on Buganda Road (Level 5), and another in Marigold Heights, Bukoto (Level 2).
- Their hours are fairly consistent: open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 to 17:00.
- Founders & Mission
- The salon was founded by twin sisters Maria and Maggie (Margaret Nakato).
- Maggie left a banking job to fully commit to Afros & Mo — a move that was risky but paid off.
- Their mission remains very clear: they want to change the hair-care industry in Uganda by educating people on healthy natural hair habits and encouraging pride in afro-textured hair.
- Business Growth & Support
- Afros & Mo has participated in business development programs. Through the Stanbic Business Incubator, the salon improved its digital management, branding, staff training, and financial stability.
- That support helped them scale and maintain consistent growth, overcoming earlier financial challenges.
- Services & Expertise
- They specialize in natural hair care but also offer services for relaxed hair.
- Their team is trained to understand the nuances of afro-textured hair (coils, curls, etc.), and they provide both styling and maintenance (deep conditioning, steam treatments, protective styles).
- They emphasize education: not just styling, but teaching clients how to care for their hair long-term.
- Recognition
- Afros & Mo has been recognized in the natural-hair community.
- They have also received positive press for entrepreneurship and their role in promoting natural hair care.
Overall
Afros & Mo remains one of the top natural-hair salons in Kampala.
Their commitment to healthy hair practices, coupled with strong client satisfaction and business growth, shows they’re not just surviving — they’re continuing to influence Uganda’s beauty industry.
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