Kola Technologies

What Kola Technologies does

Kola Technologies Ltd is a Uganda-headquartered, privately held technology company founded in 2020 that operates as an Odoo Silver Partner delivering ERP implementation, customization, training, and support services to enterprises, government agencies, and financial institutions across East Africa. The company maintains physical offices in Kampala (Uganda), Nairobi (Kenya), and Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), and has built a portfolio of proprietary modules on top of the Odoo platform, including Duuka POS, the Customer Engagement Portal (CEP), Procurement Management, Performance Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and the kDairy agricultural double auction market system piloted in Uganda for 7 years.

Kola's core technology stack is Odoo-based, augmented by domain-specific integrations with Uganda's eTIMS, EFRIS, and EBM electronic tax compliance platforms under a URA-accredited Gold integrator relationship, plus an M-PESA payment integration. The product architecture spans an enterprise ERP services business, a recurring compliance SaaS (EFRIS) sold on tiered transaction-based pricing, and a product-led SMB suite (Duuka) distributed via Google Play Store and the Odoo Apps marketplace. The company generates revenue from a mix of professional services (Odoo implementation, customization, training, consultancy), recurring support and maintenance contracts, transaction-based EFRIS fees, and tiered Duuka subscriptions. Its customer base includes URSB, UBTEB, the East African Community, DFCU Group, Finance Trust Bank, ABI Uganda, Endiro Coffee, Spouts International, ADMA Uganda, Abbarci, Appetite Uganda, Ranchers Finest, and Realise Live, spanning government, banking, food and beverage, healthcare, advertising, and water/sanitation verticals.

Name

Kola Technologies

Legal name

Kola Technologies Ltd

Website

https://kolapro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kola Technologies Ltd is an Odoo Silver Partner delivering ERP implementation, customization, and support alongside proprietary modules such as Duuka POS, EFRIS tax compliance integration, and a Customer Engagement Portal, serving enterprises, government agencies, and SMEs across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kampala

HQ country

Uganda

HQ region

Africa

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Subscriptions - Duuka App: Monthly subscription fees for Duuka POS platform with tiered pricing based on number of users. Premium tier at USH 2,000/user/month plus optional add-ons for advanced accounting and multicompany support.
2. EFRIS Transaction Processing: Transaction-based fees for EFRIS integration services with Uganda Revenue Authority. Pricing tiers: UGX 49.99/transaction (basic), UGX 200/transaction (gold), plus UGX 500/month (standard) and UGX 1000/month (basic) plans.
3. Odoo Support and Maintenance: Monthly support and maintenance contracts for Odoo ERP implementations covering both technical issues and functional consulting.
4. Odoo Training Services: Training sessions for Odoo implementation and management, provided as part of onboarding or as standalone service.
5. ERP Implementation Services: Professional services for Odoo ERP implementation, customization, and module development tailored to specific business requirements.
6. Custom Development and Consultancy: ICT and business consultancy services covering full lifecycle of system design and implementation, including integration with third-party systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kola Technologies designs, implements, and customizes enterprise resource planning solutions built on the Odoo platform, including the Odoo Business Suite of Applications, EFRIS/eTIMS tax compliance integrations, the Duuka point-of-sale app, and proprietary modules for procurement, performance management, customer engagement, and agricultural trade. The company also delivers related professional services such as consultancy, training, and ongoing technical support across East Africa.

Product overview

Kola Technologies is an Odoo Silver Partner providing a platform-plus-modules architecture built on the Odoo Business Suite. The core offering includes ERP system design, Odoo implementation, customization, training, and ongoing support services across East Africa. The product portfolio comprises the Odoo Business Suite for integrated enterprise management, EFRIS Integration for Uganda tax compliance, Duuka App for inventory and POS operations, Customer Engagement Portal (CEP) for service delivery, and specialized modules including Procurement Management, Performance Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Agricultural Markets. The company operates offices in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kola Apps: A platform offering Odoo-based SaaS products including Duuka (point-of-sale and inventory management), along with pricing plans and subscription management.
• CEP (Customer Engagement Portal)
• Kola EFRIS
• kDairy

Products and services

• Odoo Business Suite of Applications A comprehensive suite of integrated business applications built on the Odoo platform, providing ERP capabilities including sales, accounting, inventory, and HR modules. Sold to mid-to-large enterprises and government agencies across East Africa via direct sales, with implementation, customization, and ongoing support included.
• Odoo Customization Custom development and configuration services for Odoo implementations, including custom module development, UI/UX customization, and workflow tailoring to meet specific business requirements. Targeted at enterprises needing bespoke ERP extensions.
• Odoo Training Professional training services for Odoo ERP implementation and management, providing comprehensive learning experiences for teams adopting the platform. Sold to enterprise clients as part of onboarding or as a standalone service.
• Odoo Support and Maintenance Ongoing technical support and maintenance services for Odoo ERP systems, including bug fixing, system upgrades, performance optimization, and security enhancements delivered by functional consultants and technical specialists under monthly contracts.
• Odoo Consultancy Expert consultancy services covering the full lifecycle of ICT system design and implementation, including ICT strategy development, system design, and implementation management. Sold to enterprises and government organizations undergoing digital transformation.
• EFRIS Integration Accredited integration service connecting Odoo with Uganda's EFRIS (Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoice System) for real-time VAT compliance and automated tax reporting. Sold to VAT-registered Ugandan businesses on tiered subscription or per-transaction plans, with Gold, Standard, Basic, and Pay-per-transaction packages.
• Duuka App An all-in-one business management application for entrepreneurs and growing businesses, providing inventory management, customer engagement, real-time sales tracking, point of sale, receipt printing, accounting, and expense management. Sold via monthly subscriptions at tiered pricing.
• Customer Engagement Portal (CEP) A customer portal connecting demand capture, onboarding, service ownership, and support execution for sales, delivery, and support teams. Features include lead capture, customer portal, helpdesk, and project visibility with team coverage metrics. Sold to enterprises managing post-sale customer operations.
• Procurement Management Software for streamlining procurement processes including sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management with an intuitive sourcing dashboard, automated purchase workflows, supplier collaboration hub, and cost control analytics. Sold to enterprises and SMBs seeking procurement automation.
• Agricultural Markets (kDairy) A novel double auction market system for agricultural trade, developed and piloted in the Ugandan market over 7 years. Provides innovative mechanisms for agricultural trade in developing countries and is targeted at agricultural cooperatives and market operators.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% off on integration and maintenance for EFRIS (promotional)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• OdoocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOdoo Silver Partner status with certified team members. Provides full-featured business applications using Odoo Integrated Suite of Applications, supporting both Odoo Enterprise and Community editions. The partnership involves implementation, customization, module development, integration, training, and ongoing support services.
• URA (Uganda Revenue Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerURA Accredited EFRIS Software Integrator with Gold status. Kola Technologies has developed expertise in integrating Odoo Business Suite with Uganda's eTIMS, EFRIS, and EBM tax systems for mandatory VAT compliance. The partnership enables Kola to offer accredited tax compliance solutions to VAT-registered businesses.
• Odoo Community Association (OCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOCA Member since 2024, supporting the Odoo Community Association's open-source development efforts.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Codelattice: Odoo partner delivering ERP implementation, custom development, and integration services across multiple markets. Directly comparable on Odoo-led ERP delivery and integration-led revenue (e.g., EFRIS-style regional compliance integration).
• Techloyce: East African IT services firm with Odoo partnership presence across Tanzania and Kenya. Most directly comparable competitor — same regional focus, same Odoo-centric delivery model, and same target mid-market customer segments in the EAC.
• Webkul: Odoo Gold Partner with significant presence on the Odoo Apps marketplace publishing proprietary modules — the same revenue vector Kola uses via its Performance Management and M&E modules. Closely comparable on marketplace-distributed Odoo extensions.
• Pragmatic Tech: Odoo partner offering ERP implementation, customization, and Odoo Marketplace modules. Comparable on the combination of delivery services and proprietary module publishing that mirrors Kola's Performance Management and M&E listings.
• Captivea: Odoo Gold Partner specialized in Odoo ERP implementation, training, and support for SMB and mid-market clients in Europe and internationally. Closely comparable on the recurring support-and-training revenue model layered on top of Odoo implementations.
• Bocasay: Odoo partner providing custom software development, ERP implementations, and IT consultancy with offshore delivery. Comparable on the dual model of Odoo-specific implementation plus broader custom development that Kola runs from its East African base.
• Ventor Technologies: Long-standing Odoo Gold Partner offering Odoo customization, custom module development, and integration services globally. Directly comparable on the Odoo-implementation services and marketplace-module monetization model that Kola runs.

Broad incumbents

• Sage Africa: Established global ERP/accounting platform with a longstanding presence across African SMBs via local partners. Represents the 'broader incumbent' competitive backdrop Kola competes against for larger finance-and-operations transformations in East Africa.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365: Major cloud ERP/CRM platform increasingly targeted at African mid-market and enterprise accounts via local SI partners. Provides a broader alternative to Odoo-led stacks and a threat vector as multinationals push deeper into EAC accounts.
• SAP Africa: Large global ERP vendor actively expanding mid-market and public-sector footprints across Africa. Represents the 'enterprise incumbent' ceiling for Kola's larger enterprise and government accounts in the EAC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/kolatechltd
• Facebookfacebook.com/kolatechnologies
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kolatech

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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