Riwa Special Economic Zone
Homa Bay County is located in Southwestern Kenya, along Lake Victoria, and is strategically positioned with a population of over 1 million people. It’s surrounded by Migori County to the south, Kisii County to the southeast, Nyamira County to the east, Siaya County to the north and Kisumu County to the northeast. The region boasts of vast natural resources, including fertile agricultural land, abundant fishery resources, and a highly skilled workforce, providing a solid foundation for industrial development
The proposed site is approximately 13km from Homa Bay CBD, and it covers an area of 536 acres, with a width of approximately 1.4km and a length of 4km to the lake. It is easily accessible via road and air, being only 4km off the tarmac road. The slope is relatively flat with black cotton soil, with river on site - River Riwa. The county government has identified this land as suitable for SEZ development and is committed to make this a reality
The SEZ will be divided into various zones, each with a specific focus on a particular industry or sector. The zones will be as follows; light industrial zone, eco- tourism, commercial & retail district, educational, medical centre, residential, transport, civic district zone, and utilities. The infrastructure required for the SEZ will include roads, water supply, power supply, communication networks, and waste management systems. These infrastructure components will be designed and developed in a manner that ensures sustainability and environmental responsibility..
Homa Bay County is located in Southwestern Kenya, along Lake Victoria, and is strategically positioned with a population of over 1 million people. It’s surrounded by Migori County to the south, Kisii County to the southeast, Nyamira County to the east, Siaya County to the north and Kisumu County to the northeast. The region boasts of vast natural resources, including fertile agricultural land, abundant fishery resources, and a highly skilled workforce, providing a solid foundation for industrial development
