Reckitt Benckiser, a global leader in health, hygiene, and nutrition, has recorded strong business growth in Uganda, with four of its flagship brands emerging winners at the 2025 People’s Choice Awards.
Ugandan consumers voted Dettol, Jik, Mortein, and Harpic as the best brands in their respective categories, reaffirming Reckitt’s position as a trusted name in health and hygiene.
The winning categories were:
Dettol – Best Medicated Bathing Soap
Jik – Best Home Care Bleach and Disinfectant
Mortein – Best Indoor Insecticide Spray
Harpic – Best Homecare Organic Toilet Disinfectant
The People’s Choice Awards, established in 2009, recognize business excellence by rewarding brands that consistently deliver value and satisfaction.
Beyond consumer trust, Reckitt’s operations in Uganda have expanded significantly. Over the past two years, the company has increased investments in media and product distribution, creating jobs for more than 200 Ugandans, up from 50 previously.
Jik is also supplied to all government hospitals through the National Medical Stores, cementing the brand’s role in public health.
Reckitt has further partnered with local organizations to deliver impact-driven initiatives. Through the Dettol Hygiene Quest Program, the company is improving hygiene standards in schools and communities.
So far in 2025, the initiative has reached 450,000 children with hygiene education and donated 1,500 handwashing stations to schools across the country.
Commenting on the awards, Shaka Bomface Onyari, Country Manager of Reckitt Uganda, said:
“These awards reflect the trust Ugandans place in our brands and affirm our commitment to delivering world-class health and hygiene solutions. Beyond the recognition, we are proud of the role we play in strengthening Uganda’s economy, from creating jobs, and supplying essential products to hospitals, to supporting education and hygiene programs. We are not only building brands, we are building a healthier more resilient Uganda.”
Reckitt also expressed appreciation to the organizers of the People’s Choice Awards for celebrating excellence and amplifying consumer voices.
