Energy & Mining
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Boda Boda Union promotes electric motorcycles across Uganda
KAMPALA, July 17, 2025 –– The United Boda Boda Riders Cooperative Union has launched a nationwide initiative to promote the adoption of electric motorcycles, aiming to limit the use petrol and curb…
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Local artisanal miners set for legal recognition
KAMPALA, July 14, 2025 — The Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum [UCMP] is moving to formalise the country’s vast network of artisanal miners as part of a broader strategy to position…
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Power & Elec Expo set to begin on Thursday in Kampala
KAMPALA, July 8, 2025 –– Ugandans will have an opportunity to purchase high-quality electric appliances at affordable prices during Power and Elec Uganda 2025, scheduled to take place from July 10–12, 2025…
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World Bank Group, IAEA formalise partnership to collaborate on nuclear energy for development
PARIS, June 27, 2025 —The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency [IAEA] sealed an agreement today to work together to support the safe, secure and responsible use of nuclear…
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EACOP enhances local talent development with flagship training programme at UPIK
KIRYANDONGO, June 21, 2025 – – The East African Crude Oil Pipeline [ EACOP ] project has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing local talent with a high-level delegation visit to the Uganda…
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Global energy transition gains ground, but security and capital challenges persist
GENEVA, June 19, 2025 –– Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a World Economic Forum report released today. However, rising geopolitical tensions,…
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UMEME reports Shs 511bln loss, seeks Shs 1trn buyout
KAMPALA, June 16, 2025 – – Uganda’s former power distributor, UMEME Limited has posted a net loss of Shs 511 billion for the financial year ended December 31, 2024, concluding a difficult…
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“We Don’t Have the Luxury of Time”: Global Energy Leaders Urge Swift Action on Africa’s Resources
PARIS, May 16, 2025 — In a striking call to action at the closing session of the Invest in African Energy Forum in Paris, Energean CEO Mathios Rigas laid out a bold…
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Contractor to hand over Kabalega International Airport this September
HOIMA, May 15, 2025 – Kabalega International Airport, located in Kabaale Sub-county, Hoima district, is scheduled for completion and official handover to the government this September, according to Amos Muriisa, Communications Manager…
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Tayebwa calls for end to resource exploitation without local benefit
ENTEBBE, May 12, 2025 –– The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa has urged African countries to take charge of their economic destiny by adding value to their natural resources like minerals,…
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