In a high-level engagement that signals a new era of cooperation between traditional leadership and national industry, Buganda Kingdom has today hosted a delegation from the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD).…
Uganda’s long-anticipated journey to oil production this week received a major vote of confidence from the country’s top government officials. Ms. Lucy Nakyobe, the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, led a high-powered, two-day supervision tour of the…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd. signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Buganda Kingdom on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, to strengthen collaboration on environmental conservation and community development. This partnership, which focuses on tree growing and…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s commissioning of the Wagagai Gold Mining project in Busia District over the weekend marks a significant turning point for Uganda’s economy. The project, a significant investment in local mineral processing, is poised to transform how Uganda…
Uganda has embarked on a monumental journey towards achieving universal electricity access, launching the Electricity Access Scale-Up Project (EASP) set to bring power to one million new connections across the nation. With significant financial assistance from the World Bank, the…
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, has today officially launched Uganda’s Biofuels Blending Programme (BBP), marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy transition journey. Nankabirwa, who was speaking during a presser at Uganda Media Centre,…
In a significant move to drive economic growth and empower manufacturers, the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) and the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) have embarked on a collaborative effort to improve service delivery and support manufacturers in Uganda. On…
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 Uganda National Mining Company (UNMC) has taken a significant step towards transforming the country’s mining sector with the appointment of Dr. Gerald Banaga-Baingi as its Executive Director. This move is expected to bring about a new era of growth,…
The Minister for Energy and Mineral Resources Ruth Nankabirwa downplayed fears that the power supply in the country is set to be interrupted with the exit of Umeme, following the expiry of the company’s concession on March 31, 2025. After…
The National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) has launched a nationwide clean cooking initiative to accelerate the transition to green energy and minimize Uganda’s reliance on charcoal and firewood for cooking. Through intense research and innovation, NREP is holding workshops in…
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, energy security, and sustainable development, the role of petroleum resources in the energy mix has become increasingly important. That is the overriding theme at the 11th East African Petroleum Conference…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), under the leadership of Mr. Ernest Rubondo, has moved to calm concerns about the potential dangers of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) to Uganda’s and Tanzania’s ecological systems. According to PAU, while…
A recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between EACOP Limited and the Government of Tanzania is set to bolster the oil and gas sector in Uganda. The agreement, facilitated through the Ministry of Home Affairs, outlines project security commitments in…
In a move aimed at boosting economic development in South Sudan, the African Development Fund (ADF) has approved a grant of USD 153.66 million (over Shs562 billion) for the Uganda-South Sudan power interconnection project. The project, which is part of…