Uganda has taken a significant step in securing its energy independence with the arrival of its first oil consignment imported directly by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) from the …
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The government has significantly increased its annual budget allocation for the oil and gas sector in anticipation of the country’s first oil production, which is set to begin by the …
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Energy investment, Uganda’s preparedness to modern, sustainable renewable sources of energy, the future and opportunities ahead
Renewable energy refers to energy sources that are naturally replenished on a human timescale and are derived from natural processes. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and can be depleted, …
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Uganda and Kenya have signed a tripartite agreement on the importation and transit of petroleum products through the two countries. The deal was signed on Thursday, May 16, 2024, during …
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In the fiscal year 2022/23, the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) reached new heights, with strong sales revenue and expanded capacity. Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) stood out, …
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TotalEnergies plans to invest in Uganda’s biodiversity conservation
TotalEnergies will financially contribute towards increasing the number of Murchison Falls park rangers and support a project to reintroduce black rhinoceros in Uganda. The French resource company is developing the …
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Uganda plans to construct an oil refinery capable of processing 60,000 barrels of oil per day in Kabaale, Buseruka Sub-County in Hoima District. The project encompasses several components, including the …
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Uganda has bilateral agreements with neighboring East African countries to both sell and purchase electricity. Initially, Uganda’s power trading was limited to Kenya due to the two countries’ interconnection, but …
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Power Costs In Kalangala, Buvuma To Go Down As Islands Get Connected To National Power Grid
Power costs in the island districts of Kalangala and Buvuma will significantly drop as islands get connected to the national power grid, says power regulator, the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA). …
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Fuel Importation: Weighing potential crisis against expensive Tanzanian route
Uganda imports its petroleum with over 90% through Mombasa port in Kenya supplemented by small imports via Dar es Salaam port in Tanzania. However, this is on the verge of …