Uganda: That Tree On Your Land Can Give You Electricity

6 November 2007
opinion

Walking along most streets in Kampala today, one is struck by the invariable whining sounds from small generators in merchandise shops- a reminder of the country's struggling economy and the fact that the energy sector is facing a severe shortage of electricity.

Early in 2006, the government said hydroelectricity production would be reduced in a bid to check the water outflow from Lake Victoria. Thus, from an operating capacity of 380MW, a mere 135 MW output was allowed to be produced.

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