The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) , led by Proscovia Nabbanja as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), has launched a Menstrual Hygiene Management Program in schools in the Albertine Graben, donating reusable sanitary pads, sewing machines, and other essential materials to…
Uganda is poised to harness its energy resources to drive economic growth and development. The upcoming Energy Convention, scheduled to take place from April 29th to 30th, 2025, at the Kampala Serena Hotel, will bring together stakeholders to discuss the…
Uganda’s discovery and development of oil resources in the Albertine Graben present a rare opportunity for economic transformation. The oil and gas sector has the potential to drive growth, invest in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other vital sectors. However, this…
The oil and gas sector is playing a vital role in creating lasting value for communities in Uganda, driving economic growth and transforming lives. According to State Minister for Public Service, Hon. Grace Mary Mugasa, the sector’s impact is evident…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) today hosted a technical delegation from the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation on a benchmarking mission at the Authority’s headquarters in Kampala. This visit is a significant step in strengthening the oil and gas sectors…
The Ugandan government recently took a significant step towards commercializing its oil and gas sector by signing an implementation agreement with Alpha MBM Investments, a Dubai-based company, to construct a USD$4 billion (about Shs1.4 trillion) oil refinery. The production sharing…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project has taken a significant step towards recognizing and safeguarding the land rights of vulnerable ethnic groups self-identifying as indigenous peoples. In collaboration with the Akie community and Kiteto District authorities, EACOP has…
African countries must invest in new and revamp old refineries to secure their energy future, according to Gloria Sebikari, Head of Corporate Affairs at the Uganda Petroleum Authority (PAU). This call to action emphasizes the need for harmonization between the…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), which is headed Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director, has reaffirmed its dedication to sustainable oil and gas development, prioritizing the conservation of Uganda’s rich wildlife heritage in the Albertine region. This strategic approach aims…
The government of Uganda and its joint venture Alpha MBM Investments signed an implementation agreement worth US$4 billion (about 14.6 trillion) to construct an oil refinery in Hoima District. This will transform Uganda’s oil and gas sector and spur economic…
Premier Invest has presented a range of investment opportunities, totaling a minimum $1.37 billion, in Africa’s energy and oil and gas sectors at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum Financial services provider Premier Invest has announced a series of…
As Uganda inches closer to joining the ranks of oil-producing nations, one project remains at the heart of its ambitions: the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). Stretching 1,443 kilometers from the oil fields of mid-western Uganda to the Tanzanian…
As Uganda’s oil and gas sector continues to evolve, strategic partnerships have emerged as a vital component for driving growth, productivity, and profitability. According to Ali Sekatawa, Director Legal, at the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), partnerships at all levels…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited has taken a significant step towards building local expertise in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. In collaboration with Chu Kong Petroleum and Natural Gas Steel Pipe Holdings Limited (PCK) and Avanti Energy…
The Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Ernest Rubondo, has hailed insurers in Uganda for their transparency in declaring revenue from the oil and gas sector. Speaking at the Insurance Consortium for Oil and Gas Uganda (ICOGU…