Attracting Private Sector Investments to Ensure Food Security in the Nygatara District
Agriculture in Rwanda
Strategic position combined with the high engagement rate among the population (~70%), contributes to the success of the local agriculture sector, which accounts for ~30% of national GDP and contributes to more than 70% of the total export earnings.
Investor Benefits
Supplies
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Savings of more than 60% of an average investor’s CAPEX in comparison to similar agriculture projects in Africa
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Favorable lease terms for land blocks
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Fixed rates of water and electricity consumption, subject to commitment
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Electricity is available across the entire project area
Irrigation System
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System was designed by Netafim, the global leader in the irrigation sector
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Irrigation capacity - 4.5mm per day
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Pressure at commercial block connection varies between 52 to 60 bar
Connectivity
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Within two hours of Rwanda’s dry port in Kigali (operated by DP World)
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Connected to 29 destinations around the world by air
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80 Mn people in immediate proximity
Corporate Incentives
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Full support of RDB, Rwanda’s one-stop shop for Foreign Direct Investment
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Free company incorporation within 24 hours of registration
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Potentially advantageous tax incentives
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No restriction on foreign ownership
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No restriction on capital flow and foreign currencies
Services
Investors will benefit from a wide range of on-the-ground services offered by the Gabiro Agri-Business Hub:
Capacity Building
Extension Services
Installation Services
Design & Engineering
Empowering local communities through expert-led knowledge transfer
Supporting farmers in achieving their goals with personalized expertise and innovative strategies
Delivering accurate installation for your irrigation system
Creating tailor-made designs and solutions for every project
