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Stable political environment 
and recognition of international law

Educated English speaking population of 100 Mio domiciled and indigenous

Rich youthful population that is well educated and informed in current affairs.

Capabilities in Organic, rain-fed and sustainable cotton of up to 1mio bales/year

Robust exchange rate regimes with convertibility of foreign currency and easy repatriation of funds

Efficient interconnectivity between 4 major developing markets KE UG TZ ET 
and RW

Plenty of arable land for raw material production

5 International Marine Cargo ports (3 under expansion)

4000Km of coastline. Gateway to the AfCFTA market of 350Mio consumers

15 Textile Mills 3- fully vertical (cotton to clothing)

27 Garment manufacturing units, including names such as MAS Intimates, Hela Clothing, Best Lifestyle Corp, United Aryan, Mega Apparel and Goldkas of India

Fabric Capabilities in Woven and Knits: Sheeting; Uniforms, Flannels; Home Furnishings, knitted cotton and synthetics, digital printing and embroidery

Leading brands; Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, TCP, Wrangler, Lee, North Face, Vans Levi’s, HM, Walmart

Exporting Woven Denim Bottoms & Jackets, Cotton Cargo pants & shorts, Knitted Tops & bottoms, Synthetic Bottoms Stretch Wovens shirts, Woven Tops & Bottoms; scrubs & neckties, T-Shirts, Polo, Shorts, Pants, Sportswear, Jacket, track suits) Active Wear (sports bras, tops and pants, yoga wear), sleepwear and lifestyle wear (hoodies, T-shirts, pants, jackets)

4 large textile mills, one already supplying fabric for exports to the US. Tanzania also has the biggest fully integrated textile facility in EAC, with over 30,000 spindles, full traceability in cotton and 40 knitting machines.

The country also has massive potential in banana, pineapple and sisal fibres. There are several manufacturers in the domestic market seeking investment opportunities. With a right off-taker, they would be willing to invest in further verticality.

Leading brands sourcing from Tanzania include Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, TCP, North Face, Wrangler, Vans, Levi’s

The factories have capabilities in Denim, Sportswear, and Leisure wear.

Most investors are from Mauritius, China, Kenya, Taiwan

Natural Energy Tanzania (1,700 MW Hydro, Gas, LNPG (2030), 42% coverage)

Uganda has an extensive natural dividend with plenty of food, water, and power. Electricity in Uganda is the second cheapest in the region and fully supplied by hydro. The country has room for the development of commercial farms.

Uganda also has high literacy rates, and thanks to its food dividend, labor tends to be cheaper.

There are 3 large textile mills, 2 are fully integrated, 1 already exports to the EU and is BCI/ CMIA certified.

Products being sourced: Knits Mens, Women’s and Kids clothing, Knitted & Woven Fabrics, Tops & Bottoms; Uniforms. Medical Textiles Spinning (cotton); Weaving; Knitting; Processing; CMIA/ BCI,  ISO 9001 – 2015, ISO 14001 – 2015, ISO 12485 – 2016

Uganda (2600MW, Hydro, 45% coverage)

Rwanda has a smaller industry but very high potential for a textiles and garments solution.

Rwanda’s geographical location makes it more suitable for airlifted cargo. The population and literacy levels make it a great place to host a hub, design and merchandising operation.

Rwanda has a Meta campus, is home to the Africa NBA HQs, and its one of the few places on the continent where you can open a business in 24hrs.

To nurture the country’s industry, Rwanda provides duty-free imports for all inputs and fabrics with several tax holidays granted by the Rwanda Development Board.

Rwanda has 1 textile mill and 1 large-scale garment operation exporting to EU and the US.

Brands sourcing include Tesco, Otto Group, Intersports, Kate Spade. Products range from Ladies, Mens, Kids, and Protective Gear

Rwanda does not have AGOA.