Kabati EPZ reaches 85% completion, set to create up to 20,000 jobs in Murang’a
The Kabati Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Mitubiri, Murang’a County, has reached 85 percent completion, with the project expected to host manufacturing and agro-processing activities once operational. In a Facebook post on Monday, August 17, 2026, PS Raymond Omollo said the project is part of efforts to expand industrialisation and create employment opportunities. “The fastest […]
The Kabati Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Mitubiri, Murang'a County has advanced to 85 percent completion, with the ambitious project projected to generate up to 20,000 direct jobs upon completion. The project's significance lies in its contribution towards Kenya's industrialization agenda and its role as a driving force for inclusive economic growth in the region.
In a Facebook post on August 17, 2026, Assistant Provincial Secretary Raymond Omollo highlighted the project's strategic alignment with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. Currently, the project covers 1,200 acres of land, a significant portion of which is earmarked for manufacturing, warehousing, and export infrastructure.
Notably, four manufacturing warehouses have already been built, and the facility will support a diverse range of industries such as solar panel assembly, textile and garment manufacturing, an industrial washing facility for apparel production, and agro-processing facilities. These agro-processing facilities will focus on value addition for agricultural products including tea, coffee, macadamia, avocados, fruits, and vegetables.
The strategic location of the EPZ, situated approximately 2km from the Nairobi-Nyeri Highway and 85km from Nairobi, provides it with robust road networks and access to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The project is anticipated to create between 15,000 and 20,000 direct jobs, thereby positioning Murang'a as a key industrial and export gateway.
The State Department for Internal Security and National Administration plays a pivotal role in coordinating the implementation and ensuring smooth interagency collaboration. Their involvement aims to facilitate the timely completion of the project, thus creating a conducive environment for manufacturers and exporters to thrive. Moreover, the project's emphasis on processing agricultural products within the region rather than relying solely on the sale of raw produce, underscores its commitment to regional economic development.
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