Energy
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Here is why Uganda has banned mineral licensing for another three months
Uganda has extended the suspension of issuing new mineral licences by three months as government moves to reform the mining…
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Off-grid solar market hits 149 million users, generates $28 billion in income and savings, but $11.4 billion needed to unlock growth
The number of people using off-grid solar products worldwide has increased by 26% in two years to 149 million, highlighting…
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Persistent Power Outages: Should the bells for Umeme return be rung?
By Paul Tentena and Zabali Kuruthum Shena Twebaze is a Cakes Baker in Kakoba, Mbarara City. She bakes cakes for…
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Russia partnership could boost Uganda’s mineral processing capacity
By George Niyonzima Uganda is exploring a scientific and technological partnership with Russia aimed at building local capacity to process…
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Economic Payoff: Uganda’s oil industry nears take-off, but who will reap the benefits?
Uganda’s emerging oil and gas industry is approaching a defining moment as billions of dollars invested in petroleum infrastructure begin…
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Who benefits from Uganda’s natural resources? Finance minister Lugoloobi makes the case for transparency
Uganda’s growing extractive industry must deliver measurable benefits to citizens through transparent revenue management, accountable institutions and investment in productive…
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Construction of pipeline to export crude oil enters final stretch but Uganda must ensure production systems are ready
Uganda’s oil project is entering a decisive phase as the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) approaches 93% completion. This…
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East Africa’s climate finance pipeline faces bankability test
Weak project preparation is emerging as one of the biggest barriers to converting East Africa’s growing climate finance commitments into…
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Africa emerges as a leader in forest finance as governments mobilise new investment
For years, the global conversation on forests has largely centred on one question: How much money will the world put…
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How 320m-litre Kampala storage terminal could transform Uganda’s energy security
Uganda’s energy sector is set for a major shift with the groundbreaking of the 320-million-litre Kampala Storage Terminal (KST) in…
