Temaco builders start up story

Temaco builders start up story

How a Homegrown Construction Company is Shaping Rwanda’s Built Future from the Ground Up.

TEMACO Builders is a rising construction startup in Rwanda, launched with a bold vision to raise industry standards through quality, trust, and integrity. Despite early challenges, the company secured its first major contract soon after launch and is now making its mark by delivering value-driven, hands-on construction services that are reshaping Rwanda’s built environment.

Sanitation Center Launch

A Milestone in Building from the Ground Up

Started from scratch with limited resources but big ambition, TEMACO Builders is a rising construction startup reshaping Rwanda’s built environment. With no legacy projects or external funding, the team relied on grit, integrity, and a commitment to quality to win their first major contract. That early breakthrough marked the beginning of a values-driven journey—one grounded in trust, hands-on leadership, and exceeding client expectations. Today, TEMACO stands as a testament to what’s possible when vision meets determination.

Community Training

Growth and Grassroots Impact

TEMACO Builders began as a grassroots startup—fueled by determination, a strong work ethic, and a belief in doing things right, even with limited resources. In its early days, the team worked tirelessly to earn trust, often taking on small, high-effort jobs just to prove their commitment to quality. That persistence paid off when TEMACO secured its first major contract—a milestone that marked the beginning of a new chapter. With hands-on leadership and a values-driven approach, they not only delivered the project successfully, but exceeded expectations. Since then, TEMACO has continued to grow, winning bigger deals and consistently executing with precision, professionalism, and purpose—proving that real impact starts from the ground up.

Phomolo Maphosa stated, “The aim is to help the government achieve its 2020 sanitation plan, which is to ensure 100 percent of sanitation and hygiene and the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) addressing universal access to safe and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.”

Empowering Communities and Building Capacity

TEMACO Builders Ltd has carved a niche as Rwanda’s trusted name in paving and cladding solutions. With a decade of expertise in manufacturing durable, visually appealing concrete products, the company continues to set the standard for quality in the construction materials sector. By combining innovation with local talent, TEMACO not only delivers materials that stand the test of time, but also invests in the country’s future—through on-the-job training for youth, sustainable production practices, and community-focused growth. From walkways to wall finishes, TEMACO’s impact is visible in both the landscapes it builds and the lives it uplifts.

Modern Toilets

Building with Vision: A Glimpse at Our New Work