The Ugandan government has announced plans to invest $100 million to enhance infrastructure in the Mbale Industrial Park, one of the country’s rapidly growing industrial hubs.
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, revealed the development, noting that President Yoweri Museveni has directed an urgent government intervention to upgrade the park’s infrastructure. Speaking on behalf of the government, Tayebwa emphasized the importance of this investment in bolstering industrial growth and ensuring smooth operations for the 50 industries already operational within the park.
“This park has shown tremendous potential for economic growth, job creation, and export development. However, the current infrastructure requires an immediate push from the government to match the pace of its industrial expansion,” Tayebwa remarked.
The Mbale Industrial Park has emerged as a focal point for Uganda’s industrialization agenda, attracting local and international investors. The planned $100 million investment will focus on critical areas such as road networks, water supply, power distribution, and waste management systems, ensuring a conducive environment for manufacturing and trade.
Investors in the park have welcomed the government’s commitment, citing infrastructure improvements as a key factor in enhancing productivity and competitiveness. “This move will reduce operational costs and attract more investors, further solidifying Mbale’s position as an industrial powerhouse,” said one of the park’s industry representatives.
The Mbale Industrial Park is part of Uganda’s broader effort to accelerate economic transformation through industrialization. By addressing infrastructure gaps, the government aims to create a ripple effect on the local economy, fostering job creation and increased export revenue.
This investment underscores the government’s vision to position Uganda as a manufacturing hub in the region, boosting industrial output and contributing to sustainable economic growth.
