Govt approves construction plans for Namayingo's first sugar factory
Government has approved the establishment of CN Sugar factory in Namayingo as the district's first sugar factory.
Speaking at the ground breaking ceremony at Kifuyo village in Namayingo Town Council the third Deputy Prime Minister, Lukia Nakadama, affirmed the government's commitment to ensure that CN Sugar Factory receives the necessary operational license from the Ministry of Trade and Cooperatives.
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"Last year the Minister of Trade, industry and Cooperatives gave them a certificate of no objection, we shall ensure all the paper work is done and the factory gets licence" Nakadama said
Spearheaded by Managing Director Nimit Patel, CN Sugar factory has already secured over 2,000 acres of land for sugarcane cultivation, fulfilling a key policy requirement.
Patel expressed optimism about the project, highlighting that the factory's establishment would not only boost sugar production but also contribute significantly to the local economy.
"We have bought close to 2500 acres of land in Namayingo and the neighbouring districts, where we have planted sugarcane on 1500 acres, morethan the 1000 required by law" Nimit said.
Local leaders in Namayingo District are hopeful that the new factory will create much-needed jobs, especially as the district grapples with the economic impact of restrictive measures imposed on Lake Victoria, which was previously a primary source of livelihood for many residents.
"We are optimistic that this factory will bring employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth in the area," Ronald Sanya the District LCV Chairman said.
"However, we also appeal to the government and investors to consider setting up more factories in Namayingo to further enhance the district's economic prospects."
"We have other resources like sand which can make good glasses so we need more factories to take up such" Margaret Makhoha the District Woman MP said
The leadership of the Association of Sugarcane Farmers of Uganda has also weighed in, urging CN Sugar Factory to collaborate with local outgrowers to ensure mutual benefits.
The farmers' association emphasized the importance of cooperation between investors and local farmers to promote sustainable agricultural practices and ensure that the benefits of the factory's operations are felt across the community.
The new sugar factory is expected to be a game-changer for Namayingo, providing a fresh economic avenue for the district and contributing to Uganda's overall sugar industry.
As construction begins, both the government and local stakeholders will be closely monitoring the project's progress and its impact on the region.
