Bagamoyo Sugar Limited, a subsidiary of the Bakhresa Group, is a prominent sugar manufacturer in Tanzania. Established on December 1, 2016, the company operates in the Bagamoyo District, occupying a 10,000-hectare estate dedicated to sugarcane cultivation and processing.
The primary goal of Bagamoyo Sugar Limited is to reduce Tanzania’s reliance on sugar imports by achieving self-sufficiency and generating surplus for export. This initiative represents a significant advancement in the country’s sugar industry, being implemented on an unprecedented scale.
The project is being executed in phases:
Phase I: Initiated in December 2017, this phase involved planting sugarcane seedlings and constructing crushing machinery, with an estimated cost of TSh:167.3 billion (US$72 million).
Phase II: Plans to expand the sugar plantations to at least 2,000 hectares (4,900 acres).
Phase III: The timing and specifics of this phase will depend on the outcomes of the preceding phases.
Production and Market Presence:
In October 2022, Bagamoyo Sugar Limited announced that its quality brown sugar, marketed under the brand name AZAM SUKARI, became available in stores nationwide.
Employment and Community Engagement:
The establishment of Bagamoyo Sugar Limited has generated employment opportunities for thousands of individuals, particularly the youth in the Makurunge village and surrounding areas. The company also supports out-grower schemes by providing technical assistance and a reliable market for their sugarcane produce.
Contact Information:
Address: Livingstone/Mchikichi Street, P.O. Box No. 2517, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
