By Julius Mugaga Tukacungurwa, Umoja Standard.
Jinja, Uganda: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially commissioned the Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja, a state-of-the-art facility that marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s industrialization journey. As Africa’s largest and most advanced bus manufacturing plant, it showcases the country’s commitment to technological innovation, skills development, and economic self-reliance.
The plant, operated by Kiira Motors Corporation, a state-owned enterprise, has the capacity to produce 2,500 vehicles annually, with plans to expand to 5,000 units in the medium term.
This multi-million-dollar facility is expected to spur industrialization, create jobs, and reduce reliance on imported vehicles.
President Museveni hailed the project as a cornerstone to Uganda’s dedication to building a self-sustaining economy, emphasizing that the plant will not only assemble vehicles but also integrate local content, ensuring Ugandans are at the forefront of automotive innovation.
The Kiira Vehicle Plant is designed to serve both domestic demand and target markets within the East African Community, supporting trade and economic integration. With its advanced manufacturing capabilities, including a Body Shop, Paint Shop, Chassis Systems Shop, Trim & Assembly Shop, and Quality Inspection & Testing Shop, the plant meets international standards.
This achievement positions Uganda as a regional automotive hub, with the potential to generate over 14,000 jobs across the mobility industry value chain and achieve 65% local content in vehicle production.
