The management of the Ngoma Tomato Processing Plant (NTPP) has announced that construction work on the factory has reached 90%, with only a short period remaining before the facility is fully completed and begins operations.
Factory to Produce Tomato-Based Products
The factory is expected to process tomatoes into a variety of products, including tomato paste and juice, a move aimed at adding value to agricultural produce and boosting agro-processing in the region.
Construction of the plant began in late December 2025. However, the project was not started entirely from scratch, as the site already had an existing structure that had previously been used as a vegetable storage facility.
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Project Costs Rise After Rwanda FDA Inspection
Initially, the factory was expected to be completed at an estimated cost of around Rwf 25 million. However, after an inspection conducted by the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority, it was discovered that additional requirements were needed to meet regulatory standards. As a result, the overall project cost increased significantly and is now expected to exceed Rwf 50 million.
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Factory Expected to Boost Agro-Processing
Once operational, the Ngoma Tomato Processing Plant is expected to support local farmers by providing a reliable market for tomato production while also contributing to job creation and industrial development in the area.
