The dream of ‘First Oil’ for the East African region has moved from the horizon to the immediate foreground. In a high-level bilateral meeting held Monday morning at the Ministry of Energy in Dar es Salaam, officials confirmed that the…
The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) is marking a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of strategic leadership in unlocking the value of Uganda’s petroleum resources. This decade of dedication, professionalism, and resilience has been instrumental in shaping the future…
The Authority’s success over the past decade demonstrates a robust regulatory environment that is translating resource wealth into tangible benefits for Ugandans. Mr. Ernest Rubondo, Executive Director of the PAU, while appearing on NBS TV’s The Spotlight programme last night,…
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and China Oil Services Limited (COSL Uganda-SMC) have reaffirmed their strategic alliance, signing the First Addendum to their existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This pivotal move extends the technical cooperation between the two entities…
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has achieved a major milestone in its operational journey by officially joining the International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP). This strategic membership, announced by the UNOC, is a powerful signal of Uganda’s commitment to adopting the highest global standards in the development of its budding oil and […]
A devastating drowning incident at the Busowoko Falls in Jinja city over the weekend has not only claimed the life of a respected public official and expert in the gas and oil sector, but also delivered a profound blow to…
Uganda’s journey toward becoming a significant oil producer is gaining momentum, with key projects progressing steadily toward the critical 2026 deadline for first oil production. The recent field visit by Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is not just building a pipeline; it’s building futures. As part of its commitment to restoring and improving the livelihoods of Project-Affected Households (PAHs), EACOP Ltd has successfully stepped up its comprehensive…
Uganda’s emerging oil and gas sector is reaching a pivotal new phase, marked by a landmark agreement between the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and Vivo Energy Uganda Limited. This strategic partnership, formally signed at UNOC’s head office in Kampala…
Amidst persistent whispers and misinformation, the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has stepped forward to set the record straight on the nation’s eagerly anticipated journey to first oil production. Tony Otoa, UNOC’s Chief of Corporate Affairs, has for the first…
After years of strategic planning and significant investment, Uganda’s long-awaited journey to become an oil-exporting nation is about to be realised. The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), a pivotal USD5 billion infrastructure project, has officially entered its “12-month sprint,”…
Uganda’s energy and extractives sector is witnessing a transformative shift, driven by a cadre of exceptional women leaders strategically positioned across key government organisations. These powerful figures are not only steering national energy security and development but also championing inclusivity,…
Uganda’s long-anticipated ‘first oil’ production target of 2026 appears increasingly precarious, overshadowed by a complex web of environmental concerns, infrastructural deficits, policy ambiguities, and persistent governance challenges. According to Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda…
In a landmark gathering signalling a concerted effort to foster sustainable economic growth alongside emerging oil development, Buliisa District this week hosted its inaugural Agri-Business Forum Program, courtesy of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). Held at the Buliisa District…
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,…