Hariss International Limited Central, Uganda
Hariss International Limited, established in 2005, is a leading Ugandan food and beverage company renowned for its flagship RIHAM brand. Offering over 80 products, including softdrinks, juices, mineral water, energy drinks, biscuits, and sweets, Hariss serves over 120 million liters annually across Uganda and beyond.
Welcome to Hariss International Limited
Hariss International Limited
A Leading Force in Uganda's Food & Beverage Industry
About Us
Founded in 2005, Hariss International Limited is a cornerstone of Uganda’s food and beverage industry, renowned for its iconic RIHAM brand. With a diverse portfolio of over 80 products, including Carbonated Soft Drinks, Natural Mineral Water, Fruit Juices, Malt & Energy Drinks, and a wide range of Biscuits and Sweets, Hariss caters to diverse consumer tastes across Uganda and East Africa. Each year, over 120 million liters of our soft drinks are enjoyed, complemented by our strong presence in the confectionery market.
Our Impact: Hariss employs over 1,500 individuals and supports a network of more than 250,000 retailers and small businesses, making it a vital part of Uganda’s economic and social fabric.
In 2020, Oppenheimer Partners, a global investment firm with deep African roots, acquired a controlling stake, fueling our growth. This partnership led to the 2022 completion of a state-of-the-art 25-acre manufacturing facility in Kawempe Tula, featuring advanced beverage and confectionery production lines.
Our Journey
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1995 | RIHAM brand debuts with the iconic RIHAM Red Biscuits, capturing the hearts of Ugandans. |
| 2005 | Hariss International Limited is incorporated, transitioning all RIHAM products under its ownership. |
| 2013 | Introduction of the first soft drinks: RIHAM Cola, Fun-time Orange, and Whatsup. |
| 2014 | Launch of Uganda’s first energy drink, Rock Boom, and expansion of the RIHAM Biscuits line. |
| 2017 | Introduction of Oner Fruit Juice and Lavita non-alcoholic malt beverage in pineapple and lychee flavors. |
| 2020 | Oppenheimer Partners acquires a controlling stake; Oner grapes and berries flavors introduced. |
| 2021 | Modernization of bottle designs with Actis technology; launch of Krystal Natural Mineral Water. |
| 2022 | Relocation to a 25-acre state-of-the-art facility in Kawempe Tula with advanced production lines. |
| 2023 | President Yoweri Museveni commissions the new plant, marking a significant milestone. |
Awards & Recognitions
| Year | Award | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Uganda Top Brands | Uganda |
| 2016 | East Africa Responsible Business | Uganda |
| 2016 | The Investor of the Year Award | Uganda |
| 2017 | Quality Award of Excellence | Uganda |
| 2018 | Digital Impact Awards Africa | Uganda |
| 2020 | Platinum Winner 2020/2021 | Uganda |
| 2021 | Customer Excellence Award | Uganda |
Our Mission
With a mission to refresh, energize, and nourish, Hariss International is dedicated to fostering growth opportunities for communities and stakeholders across East Africa, delivering high-quality, made-in-Uganda products with a lasting positive impact.
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Contact: info@harissint.com | +256 323 400 100
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Saturday: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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