Africa: Spiro Secures $270m Funding to Accelerate Africa's Electric Mobility, Clean Energy Expansion

Spiro, one of Africa's leading electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy infrastructure platform, has announced the successful completion of its latest funding round, raising $270… Read more »

Africa: Cabinet Impressed By Progress of Oil Projects and AFCON Infrastructure in Bunyoro

Cabinet ministers, Permanent Secretaries and heads of government agencies have concluded an inspection tour of key oil, gas and Africa Cup of Nations 2027 projects in the Bunyoro… Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Boosts Power Supply in Wakiso With New Transformer Projects to End Low Voltage Challenges

Thousands of residents and businesses in Matugga, Bombo and Kapeeka in Wakiso District are set to experience improved electricity supply following the commissioning of several… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Approves Shs710 Billion Loan to Expand Solar Irrigation for Coffee Farmers

Parliament has approved a proposal to borrow up to €168.98 million (about Shs710 billion) from UKEF and Citi Bank to finance Phase II of the Solar Powered Irrigation Systems… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Approves Shs710bn Loan for Solar-Powered Irrigation Project

Parliament has approved a government request to borrow up to €168.98 million (approximately Shs 710 billion) from UKEF and Citi Bank to finance Phase II of the Solar Powered… Read more »

Uganda: How Solar Energy Is Transforming Education in Mbale's Kilulu Village

Nestled among the rolling hills of Mbale District, Kilulu B village is experiencing a quiet transformation powered not by large infrastructure projects or government programs, but… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest Two in Mukono Over Electricity Infrastructure Vandalism Crackdown

The Uganda Police Force has arrested two suspects in Mukono District during an intelligence-led operation targeting the vandalism of electricity infrastructure, following a wave of… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament to Vote On Shs734 Billion Solar Irrigation Loan

The 12th Parliament will hold its fourth sitting of the First Meeting of the First Session on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, with lawmakers expected to consider a government request to… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Hit By Nationwide Blackout After Grid Failure Disrupts Power Supply

Uganda has been plunged into widespread darkness following a nationwide power outage that disrupted electricity supply across the country, authorities have confirmed. Read more »

Uganda: Mityana Leaders, Residents Demand Better Roads and Electricity to Accelerate Rural Development

Residents and local leaders in Mityana District have renewed their call for increased government investment in road infrastructure and rural electrification, arguing that the two… Read more »

Uganda: Allen Kagina Calls for Stronger Technical Skills to Unlock Oil and Gas Jobs

The Chairperson of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Allen Kagina, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to empowering Uganda's workforce and unlocking… Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Announces Scheduled Outages On Lugogo-Kampala North Power Line

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited has announced scheduled daytime power shutdowns in selected parts of Kampala served by the Lugogo-Kampala North 132kV… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Faces Three-Week Planned Power Disruptions

Electricity consumers in Kampala and surrounding areas are set to experience scheduled daytime power outages for nearly three weeks as the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company… Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Appoints Joselynne Rwakakooko As Acting Managing Director

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has appointed Eng. Joselynne R. Rwakakooko as its Acting Managing Director. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Sets 2030 Target for Electric Public Transport Shift

Government has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to transition Uganda's transport sector to electric mobility, with a target to fully shift public transport and motorcycles to electric… Read more »

Uganda: President Museveni Assents to Eight Major Laws, Tightens Health, Energy and Justice Systems

President Museveni has signed into law eight major Acts of Parliament, introducing wide-ranging reforms in Uganda's health, energy, labour, justice, and public sector management… Read more »

Uganda: MTN Uganda Unveils a State-of-the Art Solar System At Headquarters to Cut Emissions

MTN Uganda commissioned a state-of-the-art solar power system at its headquarters in Kampala, stepping up efforts to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and lower… Read more »

Uganda: France, EU Commit Shs735bn to Rehabilitate Nalubaale and Kiira Dams

The government of France and the European Union have committed Shs735 billion toward the rehabilitation of Uganda's Nalubaale and Kiira hydropower stations in Jinja, in a major… Read more »

Uganda: Solar-Powered Water System Boosts Access for Refugees, Host Communities in Adjumani

Thousands of refugees and host community members in Ayillo II Refugee Settlement, Pakele Sub-county, now have improved access to safe and clean water following the handover of a… Read more »

Uganda: Rukungiri Launches Shs 1 Billion Solar-Powered Water Project to Serve 23 Villages

The Izinga Solar Water Supply System, a Shs 1 billion solar-powered water project, has been officially commissioned in Rukungiri District, promising to produce up to 45,000 litres… Read more »

Uganda: UEDCL Marks One Year After Umeme Exit As Stability Holds but Structural Pressures Persist

One year after government reclaimed electricity distribution from Umeme Limited, the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is walking a delicate line between… Read more »

Uganda: Norland Marks Seven Years With Bold Franchise Launch and Wellness Pitch

Norland International Uganda marked its seventh anniversary on Saturday with a high-energy celebration that blended recognition, business ambition and a renewed push into the… Read more »

Southern Africa: Uganda Faces Charcoal Dependency Crisis, Experts Urge Shift to Cleaner Energy

Experts have warned that Uganda's heavy reliance on charcoal for household energy is threatening forests, public health, and sustainable development, while highlighting the urgent… Read more »

Uganda: Suspected Vandal Electrocuted On Lugazi Transmission Line

A suspected vandal was electrocuted while attempting to climb a transmission tower on the Owen Falls-Lugazi Transmission Line in Lugazi, Uganda Electricity Transmission Company… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Power Network Still Needs Investment to Meet Reliability Standards - Era

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has said Kabale district's electricity network still requires significant investment if it is to meet the reliability standards expected… Read more »