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In the past two decades, Rwanda has achieved macroeconomic stability and the national economy has maintained a strong growth momentum.
Industrial Parks
1.Unavailability of readily developed factory units constitutes a main constraint to light manufacturing investment into Rwanda.
2.The government is looking for a real estate developer to establish (and potentially operate) industrial parks that provide "Advance Factory Units" for light manufacturers.
3.The government has secured land (estimated build-up size 13,180m2) that is ready for purchase and development. The properties are well-connected via road and national grid.
Textiles and Garments
The textile and apparel industry in Rwanda is small with only two major textile manufacturing companies (C&H, UTEXRWA), a number of sizable small to medium-scale operators, knitting cooperatives and a silk sector, which is in its infancy. Given the unique characteristics of the Rwandan market, the following local production options seem most promising:
1. Manufacture of mosquito bed nets for malaria prevention: Rwanda promotes universal coverage of long-lasting insecticidal nets as part of an integrated strategy to combat malaria
2. Processing of cotton, wool, and other woven fabric for use in uniforms and work wear
3. Weaving bed sheets and towels
4.New garments manufacturing—Rwanda has banned imports of second-hand clothing
Affordable Housing
Housing Market Study showed that 340,000 units are needed by 2022, of which 86% should be affordable housing and mid-range housing.
Main challenges include high cost of land and building materials, limited building technology for affordable housing and lack of long term and low-cost finance for affordable housing.
The Government is seeking to establish an Affordable housing financing facility/fund with participation from the government, international financial institutions, and private investors.
The Government is also seeking experienced developers/investors to enter into PPPs/JVs aimed at increasing Rwanda’s stock of affordable housing and will pilot a package of bankable projects for implementation in the Kigali districts of Rugarama and Kinyinya.
