LocationsWaladi Textile Factory Inaugurated in Mosul, Creating Over 650 Jobs and Boosting Economic Recovery
August 10, 2026
MOSUL, IRAQ – 10 August 2026 – The Government of Iraq, the Government of Germany through KfW Development Bank, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) today marked the official inauguration of the rehabilitated Waladi Textile Factory in West Mosul.
Severely damaged during the conflict, the factory has been restored and returned to operation, producing textiles and garments while providing employment opportunities for more than 650 workers. The facility represents an important step in restoring industrial production and economic activity in Ninewa Governorate.
The rehabilitation was financed by the Government of Germany through KfW Development Bank and implemented by UNDP. The project included the rehabilitation of the factory's production hall and administration facilities, together with the installation of modern textile and sewing equipment to support renewed manufacturing operations
Today, the factory is operating at full capacity and producing uniforms and textile products for Iraqi government institutions. More than 650 people are employed at the facility, including approximately 300 women working across production, quality control, and administrative functions.
The reopening of the factory demonstrates how investments in productive infrastructure can contribute to restoring livelihoods, strengthening domestic manufacturing, and supporting local economic activity. It also highlights the importance of combining international financing, UNDP implementation, and national leadership to return strategic public assets to operation.
“The reopening of the Waladi Textile Factory marks an important milestone in the economic recovery of Ninewa. By restoring local production and creating employment opportunities, including for women, the factory will contribute to revitalizing our industrial sector, strengthening local manufacturing and supporting sustainable livelihoods in Mosul.” said Abdul Qadir Al-Dakhil, Governor of Ninewa.
"Germany is proud to support efforts that help restore livelihoods and strengthen Iraq's productive sectors. Through our partnership with UNDP and the Government of Iraq, this investment is contributing to job creation, local manufacturing, and the revitalization of an important industrial facility in Ninewa." said Marc Hensel, Country Director, KfW Development Bank.
"This reopening represents more than the rehabilitation of an industrial facility. It marks the return of productive capacity, employment opportunities, and local manufacturing in Mosul. We are grateful to the Government of Germany, KfW Development Bank, and our Iraqi partners for their commitment and collaboration in bringing this important public asset back into operation." said Mehdi Khalili, Deputy Resident Representative, UNDP Iraq.
The factory's rehabilitation forms part of broader efforts to restore infrastructure and economic opportunities in areas affected by conflict. Its return to operation demonstrates how industrial assets can once again support local employment and contribute to national production.
The next priority is to ensure the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of factory operations, including continued production growth, workforce development, and expanded market opportunities.
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Mohammed Al-Bahbahanee
Communications Analyst, UNDP Iraq
mohammed.al-bahbahanee@undp.org