During a visit to Morondava, Colonel Randrianirina announced that he has found a new investor for the sugar company Siranala. According to him, a first investment phase of 70 million dollars is planned to restart the factory.
A new glimmer of hope for the employees of the Siranala sugar company, also known as “Siramamin’Analaiva.” In his speech to the residents of Morondava on Sunday, the occupant of Iavoloha stated, “We have found someone for this project,” confirming that the State has secured a new investor to reactivate the machinery at the Analaiva plant, located in the rural commune of the Morondava district. He indicated an initial envelope of 70 million dollars for the first phase of the investment.
According to the senior officer, this first phase, expected to last between 18 and 24 months, will allow for the “rehabilitation” of the factory. He added that the investor will visit the site in three weeks to conduct technical studies. “We have only been in power for eight months, but we are not sleeping,” declared Colonel Randrianirina, emphasizing his commitment to addressing the distress calls of the Siranala workers.
The President reiterated his message to the factory employees in Analaiva yesterday. However, the matter is not yet finalized. “We must comply with administrative procedures. A call for tenders will therefore be issued for this project,” he stated in Morondava. In Analaiva, he added, “Many are interested. One of them will come in three weeks. If it doesn’t work, we will bring others.”
The restart of Siranala remains a significant challenge. Beyond the political aspect, the subject holds major socio-economic stakes for the Menabe region and the country. As an industrial flagship, the factory employs 700 permanent staff and 2,000 seasonal workers. In 2012, it produced 34,000 tons out of the national production of 100,000 tons.
Siranala was previously managed under a lease-management agreement by the Chinese group Complant, renamed Sucoma in 1997. Operations ceased in 2014 following riots that led to the looting of the Analaiva site and the destruction of part of the factory. Previous administrations, including those of former presidents Rajoelina and Rajaonarimampianina, had attempted to revive the site without success.
Discussions regarding the legal status of the contract with Complant remain a hurdle. Colonel Randrianirina noted that he would consult with the Minister of Industry to clarify the situation, as the previous management lease was reportedly set to expire in 2021. To ensure future stability, the President stressed the importance of security, calling on employees to avoid excessive social reactions that could deter investors.
Captured & Published at: 2026-06-30 16:45:50 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/06/siranala-le-colonel-randrianirina.html
