Former Benin Prime Minister to Assess Land Compensation for Oil Projects in Uganda and Tanzania
TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné referred to Zinsou as a known specialist in African economic development and emphasized his participation in assessing the land purchase program and accompanying socioeconomic development activities in both nations.
Uganda Files a Lawsuit Against Kenya Over a Petroleum Contract
According to Uganda Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka, Uganda’s reliance on Kenyan oil marketing corporations to import and provide petroleum products has exposed the country to supply vulnerabilities, resulting in unwarranted hikes in gasoline pump prices.
Gold, Oil and Gas Sector Dominates Surge in Foreign Direct Investments in Uganda
Uganda’s performance in attracting large investment defies the adverse global climate detailed in the World Investment Report 2023 of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
UNOC Monopoly Delayed: Private Firms Authorized for Fuel Imports
This action is intended to avoid future gasoline shortages and sharp rises in pump prices as a result of the current impasse with Kenyan fuel dealers.
The Cabinet Has Approved CNOOC’s License to Generate Petroleum Gas
“Once we produce gas, it will increase access with improved balance of payment position because it impacts on income and economics,” Ogwang said.
A World Bank-Funded Project Will Provide Free Electricity Connections to One Million Households in Uganda
The EASP, which was launched in early 2022, focuses on increasing energy access for families, businesses, and institutions through grid and off-grid connections.
3,000 Buggala Villagers Will Benefit From the Electricity Scheme
Islanders who wanted additional connections had to pay between 800,000 and 1.4 million shillings. They will, however, just pay a shillings 48,000 inspection cost under this arrangement.
Uganda Attracts $400M in Renewable Energy Investments and More at COP28
Nyeko described Mandulis Energy’s plan to build over 24 off-grid power systems with capacities ranging from 0.5 to 2 megawatts across rural Uganda. These systems are intended to power agricultural processing plants and aid over 120,000 low-income farmers.
President Museveni and Nigeria’s Traditional Ruler Discuss Oil and Agricultural Processes
President Museveni briefed the Nigerian team on oil and gas, informing them that Uganda is progressing well, particularly on the refinery, and that Uganda is prepared to collaborate with other like-minded parties to exploit her oil resources.
EACOP Crude Oil Pipelines Are Ready to Transport Ugandan Oil
These pipes are an important part of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, which would allow Ugandan oil to be transported from Hoima to the Tanzanian port of Tanga.