Luwero Fruit Processing Factory
Uganda is the 2nd largest producer of fresh fruits and vegetables in Africa (~5.3M tonnes annually). Pineapple production in greater Luwero estimated at 1,440,725 MT. Government through UDC plans fruit processing factory.
USD 9.7 Million
18-25% annually
24-36 months
USD 14.2B (East Africa agriculture market)
Investment Overview
The Government of Uganda, through UDC, plans to establish a fruit processing factory in the greater Luwero sub-region. The proposed factory features three processing lines:
- Canning line for pineapples (5MT/HR) - Drying line for pineapples and mangoes (1.5MT/HR) - Line for production of ready-to-drink ginger-flavoured pineapple juice 'Munanasi' (2MT/HR)
Total installed capacity: 8.5 MT/HR of fresh fruits. Factory designed to run 16 hours/day (two shifts) for 25 days a month. Raw materials sourced from greater Luwero sub-region.
This is a key government intervention in the Third National Development Plan (NDP III) and UDC strategic plan for agro-industrialisation.
Key Investment Metrics
15% annually
Regional export markets via EAC/COMESA
450+ direct jobs
4-6 years
Government Incentives
Required Licenses & Permits
Risk Assessment
Key Risk
Raw material supply seasonality, market competition
Contact Information
Uganda Development Corporation (UDC)