Uganda-based integrated textile manufacturer strengthens production
capacity, local value addition and competitiveness as it targets new
African markets.
Kampala, Uganda — [September 17, 2026] — Fine Spinners Limited, one
of East Africa’s leading integrated textile manufacturers, which has
already invested US$30 million in its mill since incorporation, is
investing a further US$5 million in new state-of-the-art textile
manufacturing machinery, a significant milestone in its growth strategy
and a step towards making the mill the best in sub-Saharan Africa.
The new machinery will greatly enhance Fine Spinners’ production
capabilities, giving the company more flexibility to manufacture a
broader range of products to meet increasing demand in Uganda and across
African markets, and to meet the needs of its export customers.
The investment comes as Africa’s textile and apparel industry faces
growing demand for locally manufactured products, driven by a rapidly
expanding consumer market, urbanisation and efforts by governments and
businesses to deepen local and regional manufacturing.
Fine Spinners sees considerable potential in this changing market and is
positioning its manufacturing operations to serve customers beyond its
traditional markets as part of its broader ambition to build a stronger
Pan-African presence.
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“This investment demonstrates our confidence in the future of textile
manufacturing in Africa and our commitment to building a world-class
manufacturing operation. By investing in advanced technology and
expanding our production capabilities, we are positioning Fine Spinners
to serve more customers across Africa while delivering greater value
through local manufacturing,” said Fine Spinners Chairman, Jaswinder
Bedi.
A key component of Fine Spinners’ business model is its focus on local
value addition, including using locally grown cotton. By processing raw
agricultural products into yarn, fabric and finished garments, the
company contributes to the development of a more integrated regional
textile value chain.
“Our focus is not simply on increasing production, but on
strengthening the entire value chain; from cotton and yarn to fabric and
finished garments, and creating products that can compete effectively in
African and international markets. We are also exploring opportunities
to strengthen partnerships with customers, suppliers and other industry
stakeholders as we expand our market reach.” Mr. Bedi said.
The additional US$5 million investment, which brings Fine Spinners’
total investment in the mill to US$35 million, is also expected to
support Fine Spinners’ ambition to expand its footprint into new
African markets, leveraging Uganda’s strategic position and the
company’s established manufacturing capabilities.
“Our ambition is to build a manufacturing platform that is firmly
rooted in Africa but capable of competing globally. The investment in
new technology gives us the capacity to take that ambition further and
to build stronger partnerships with customers and markets across the
continent,” Mr. Bedi noted.
Beyond its commercial objectives, the investment is expected to have a
wider economic impact by supporting employment, developing technical
skills and strengthening the textile value chain.
