About us
The founder behind the republic.
Idris Kawooya
Idris Kawooya is a Ugandan lawyer, fashion entrepreneur, and bespoke suit designer in Kampala-Uganda. Through his brand, he has partnered with the Ministry of Tourism Uganda, Man Of Tourism International, Miss Tourism Uganda, International University of East Africa, Uganda Christian University, Uganda Football Leagues and Legal entities, thereby extending the legacy beyond fashion.
Through him, the brand has made bespoke outfits for models on fashion shows and also made partnerships with celebrities, corporate leaders, artists, comedians, influencers and companies.
As the founder of Suit Republic Kampala, he has become a beacon of inspiration for young entrepreneurs across the world, however beneath all the success lies a deeper vision to empower others into fashion and to champion African tourism.
Of recent, the brand made its mark on the East African market, showcasing bespoke outfits at the official launch of the Rieldo Fashion Show at the KICC Building in Nairobi, Kenya.
Through this endless effort, the brand is now one of East Africa's most recognizable bespoke fashion brands, recognized for its unique and distinctive suit designs, embedded with African beauty and fashion.
- Home
- Kyato Complex, Shop B4-02, Opposite Watoto Church, next to Equatorial Mall, Kampala
- Discipline
- Ready-made suiting, finished on site by our own tailors.
Our vision
A global hub for tailored suiting, built in Kampala.
Suit Republic Kampala exists so that a man does not have to leave the country — or wait a month — to be dressed properly. We hold ready-made suiting in house, then cut it to him on site.
01
Dress the region
Put a well-cut suit within reach of every man in Kampala — ready-made, then finished on site to his measurements within 72 hours.
02
Raise the standard
Hold every garment to a house standard of cloth, cut and finishing, so a Suit Republic suit is recognised across East Africa.
03
Train the craft
Grow a bench of Ugandan tailors and cutters, keeping the skill of hand finishing alive and paid for.
04
Dress the stage
Stand behind the pageants, fashion shows and boardrooms that carry the country's image, from Man of Tourism International to Miss Tourism Uganda.