Previously, the Rwamagana Industrial Park spanned 80 hectares and had the capacity to accommodate 51 factories along with other supporting services, including a fuel station, banks, warehouses, and over 30 additional facilities.
Now, MINICOM, in collaboration with the district administration, is working to expand the zone from 80 hectares to 180 hectares. Additionally, the zone will no longer be confined to the Mwulire sector; it will also extend to the Munyiginya sector, which shares borders with the current area.
'The Rwamagana Industrial Park has the capacity to host 51 factories and supporting services like a fuel station, banks, and other essential services. With the addition of 100 hectares, 19 factories are already operating, and more are under construction.
"We are confident that in the near future, the number of factories will grow significantly,' said Rwamagana District Mayor, Radjab Mbonyumuvunyi.
Mbonyumuvunyi disclosed that after the addition of 100 hectares, several new factories, including UTEXRWA, will be established in the expanded zone, mainly from Kigali.
He also mentioned that BRALIRWA is planning to build a new factory in the area. This, along with other new factories, will create job opportunities forresidents of Rwamagana.
The mayor acknowledged some of the ongoing challenges in the industrial zone, including frequent power shortages, limited water supply, and poor road infrastructure. However, he assured that efforts to resolve these issues would be made soon.
'We are aware of the water shortage, which affects not only the industries but also the local population. However, a new plant is being built in Karenge, which will provide 48,000 cubic meters of water, compared to the current 12,000 cubic meters. Construction is already underway, and some of this water will be directed to the park, with the rest benefiting the local population,' said Mbonyumuvunyi.
Currently, Rwamagana Industrial Park is home to 19 factories, providing jobs to over 3,500 people.
With the planned 100-hectare expansion, the zone is expected to accommodate more than 100 factories, creating job opportunities for over 20,000 people.
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