Uganda has unveiled plans for a major industrial expansion that could reshape its economic landscape, with the government allocating more than 1,200 acres of land in Kayunga District for the development of a new industrial city.
The project, to be established in Lusenke, is part of a broader push to accelerate industrialization and attract foreign investment into the country. The initiative follows high-level engagements between the State Minister of Finance for Privatization and Investment, Evelyn Anite, and a delegation of Chinese investors led by Paul Zhang.
Zhang, a key figure behind the Tian-Tang Mbale Industrial Park, has played a central role in drawing Chinese manufacturers to Uganda. His existing projects in Mbale and Mbalala have already brought in factories producing a range of goods, from electronics to household items, creating employment and boosting local production.
In recognition of his growing investment footprint, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni approved the allocation of land in Kayunga to support the development of a new industrial hub. The planned city is expected to host multiple factories alongside essential infrastructure to support workers and businesses.
Speaking on the development, Anite said the project is aligned with Uganda’s ambition to grow into a 500 billion dollar economy. She emphasized that the focus is on practical, large-scale investments that can deliver tangible benefits to citizens, particularly through job creation.
The industrial city is projected to generate over 200,000 jobs in the coming years, targeting young graduates and skilled professionals. Key projects expected within the hub include a solar energy plant and a chemical manufacturing facility, both aimed at strengthening industrial capacity and ensuring stable power supply.
The location of the project near a hydropower station is seen as a major advantage, offering reliable electricity for factories. Plans also include the development of a full ecosystem around the industrial park, with schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial centers to support the growing workforce.
Government officials have identified priority sectors such as agro-industrialization, tourism, mineral processing, science, and technology as central to the success of the project. These sectors are expected to drive value addition, expand exports, and position Uganda as a competitive industrial destination in the region.
Chinese firm Shenzhen Mingyang Technology Company has also expressed interest in setting up operations in Uganda, with plans to provide battery storage solutions for factories and industrial systems.
As preparations begin, the government is calling on Ugandans to support investors and take advantage of the opportunities expected to come with the new industrial city. The project marks one of the most ambitious steps yet in Uganda’s drive toward industrial transformation.
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