Energy & Mining
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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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Ugandan students sent abroad for oil and gas training
KAMPALA, May 9, 2025 –– At least 100 young Ugandans have embarked on advanced training in oil and gas operations in France, Malaysia, and Oman, as the country prepares for the commencement…
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Minister unveils Solar M7 to expand energy access and promote digital inclusion in rural Uganda
KAMPALA, May 8, 2025 –– The Minister of State for ICT, Joyce Nabbosa, has officially launched Solar M7, a mobile and affordable solar kit designed to bring clean energy and digital inclusion…
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