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UEGCL Top Management Participates in a Safety Workshop

April 24, 2026    By UEGCL ADMIN

Today at Naguru Skyz Hotel, UEGCL top management gathered for a Safety Workshop reaffirming the  company’s commitment to workplace safety as a core organisational value.  The event was hosted by Mr. Enock Kusasira, Head of Communication & Corporate Affairs, and Dr Eng.  Mary Akurut, Chief Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality […]

UEGCL Engages Future Engineers at Uganda Power and Energy Sector Forum 2026

April 18, 2026    By UEGCL ADMIN

UEGCL is proud to have participated in the Uganda Power and Energy Sector Forum 2026,  organised by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Makerere University  Branch.  Held under the theme “Preparing the Next Generation of Engineers for Uganda’s Energy Value  Chain,” the Forum brought together a vibrant mix […]

UEGCL Hosts the French Ambassador to Uganda, Delegation from AFD

April 8, 2026    By

UEGCL hosted the French Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Virginie Leroy, together with a delegation from Agence Française de Development (AFD) at Nalubaale-Kiira Hydropower Plants.  The visit aimed at assessing the progress of the rehabilitation project at the complex, underscoring the strong partnership between Uganda and France in advancing sustainable energy […]

Shattering the Glass Ceiling: UEGCL Participates in Women in Construction  Symposium

March 27, 2026    By

UEGCL was proud to participate in the Women in Construction Symposium 2026, held under  the theme “Shattering the Glass Ceiling for Effective Participation of Women in Construction and  Infrastructure for National Transformation.”  The symposium brought together women from across the construction and infrastructure  industry, creating a dynamic platform for engagement, […]

Strategic Discussions Underway to Safeguard Isimba Hydropower Plant

March 22, 2026    By

Today, UEGCL convened a high-level strategic meeting with the contractor for the 183MW  Isimba Hydropower Plant (HPP), China International Water & Electric Corporation (CWE),  together with the Owner’s Engineer, to deliberate on the rehabilitation of the Isimba HPP  spillway system.  The engagement focused on identifying and evaluating a range of […]

UEGCL Celebrates International Women’s Day. 

March 6, 2026    By

To celebrate the incredible women who play a vital role in keeping UEGCL and its power plants  running smoothly, the ladies gathered at London Hall for a themed breakfast that blended  learning, connection, and celebration.  Dressed in denim and shades of pink, the morning created a warm and relaxed atmosphere,  […]

Celebrating Women by Uplifting Communities

March 5, 2026    By

In celebration of International Women’s Day this year, the ladies of UEGCL Head Office  proudly represented the organisation through a community outreach visit to Mind Nest Homes in Bukoto.  Mind Nest Homes was established to provide care, protection, and support to vulnerable young  mothers and orphans. Beyond meeting basic needs […]

UEGCL Participates in the Annual Engineer Run 2026

March 1, 2026    By

UEGCL is proud to have participated in the 4th edition of the Engineers Run 2026, held at the  Kyambogo Cricket Grounds. The event brought together over 500 participants from across  Uganda’s engineering fraternity, providing a vibrant platform to promote wellness, teamwork,  and professional solidarity within the sector.  The Chief Guest, […]

Namanve TPP Annual Capacity Test 2026

February 19, 2026    By

Today, the Namanve Thermal Power Plant (50MW) conducted its annual dependable capacity test in  fulfilment of its Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) requirements. Unlike last year’s test, which was  performed on five engines (1, 3, 4, 5, and 6), this year’s assessment was carried out on six engines (1, 2,  3, […]