Sudan Moves To Rehabilitate Khartoum Industrial Zones

Khartoum, August 22, 2026 - Sudan's Ministry of Industry established a high-level committee to rehabilitate damaged industrial zones in Khartoum State, a step aimed at reviving domestic production after extensive war-related destruction.

The industrial sector has suffered heavy damage from fighting, looting, and vandalism. Ministry data indicates that about 1,800 industrial facilities have been damaged, including 650 that were completely destroyed, while the Federation of Industrial Chambers estimates losses at $50 billion to $58 billion.

The new committee will assess industrial areas, survey closed factories, and prepare incentives and regulatory measures to encourage manufacturers to resume operations. Its mandate also includes addressing improper land use and regulatory violations in commercial zones.

Officials said the panel will draft an infrastructure plan covering electricity, water, roads, sewage, and waste management services in industrial parks.

Restoring Khartoum's manufacturing base is central to any economic stabilization strategy, but implementation will depend on security conditions, infrastructure funding, and the state's ability to offer credible guarantees to factory owners and investors.