About Jula

West Africa's cross-border marketplace — built in Liberia, for the MRU region and beyond.

Our Story

Jula takes its name from the Manding word for trader or merchant — the travelling merchants who built the trade networks of West Africa for centuries. That heritage is our foundation.

We are building Liberia's first professional digital marketplace — one that is mobile-first, WhatsApp-integrated, bilingual, and designed for the reality of West African commerce today.

Starting in Liberia, we are expanding through the Mano River Union corridor — Sierra Leone, Guinea and The Gambia — and ultimately across West Africa.

Jula is a product of Ampersand Media, a Liberian digital business ecosystem company.

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Trust

Every merchant is verified before listing

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Mobile-First

Built for how West Africans actually use the internet

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Regional

Connecting the MRU corridor, not just one country

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WhatsApp-Native

Transactions happen where people already are

Contact Jula

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WhatsApp +231 889 186 358
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Website julatrade.com
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Location Monrovia, Liberia
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to list on Jula?

Yes — the basic listing is completely free. Premium and featured placements are available for merchants who want more visibility.

How do buyers pay?

Buyers contact merchants directly via WhatsApp. Payment is arranged between buyer and seller — MTN Mobile Money, Orange Money, cash on delivery, and bank transfer are all accepted.

Can I sell from Sierra Leone or Guinea?

Yes. The MRU Trade Hub is open to merchants from all four MRU countries. Contact us on WhatsApp to set up your cross-border listing.

How long does it take to get listed?

Free listings are reviewed and published within 24 hours. Featured and premium listings go live the same day.

What is the Classifieds Magazine?

The Liberia Classifieds BnB Magazine is a print publication distributed across Monrovia and major towns. All paid listings are included automatically.

Who is behind Jula?

Jula Marketplace is a product of Ampersand Media — a Liberian digital business ecosystem company based in Monrovia.