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Uganda Now a Power House (NV)The New Vision newspaper highlights ongoing CID investigations into Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) officials, focusing on issues including the Kiteezi dumpsite, which costs UGX 4 billion annually. The edition also reports that Uganda has become a “power house” following the completion of the Karuma Hydropower Station. |
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UEGCL Gets Shs 674.7b to Rehabilitate Nalubaale, Kiira PlantsThe Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) has secured UGX 674.7 billion to rehabilitate the Nalubaale and Kiira power plants. This funding, provided by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the French Development Agency (AFD), aims to meet Uganda’s growing electricity demand and enhance the stability of the national grid. As part of this initiative, […] |
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Rising power, Karuma lights up twenty nine years after it was imagined (DM)The Daily Monitor highlights the commissioning of the Karuma Hydropower Project in Uganda. The 600 MW facility, Africa’s largest underground hydropower plant, was built at a cost of UGX 6.2 trillion and is located on the River Nile, 275 km from Kampala. The project marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s energy sector. |
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H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni commissions the 600MW Karuma Hydropower plant and interconnection lines (NV)President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni officially commissioned the 600 MW Karuma Hydropower Plant and its interconnection lines on September 26, 2024. Located in Kiryandongo District, it is Uganda’s largest power-generating facility and a key milestone toward the Vision 2040 goal of 52,000 MW. The plant features six 100 MW Francis turbines in East Africa’s largest underground […] |
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Karuma Hydropower plant- An Engineering Fet Finally Commissioned (NV)The Karuma Hydropower Plant in Uganda was officially commissioned on September 26, 2024. With a 600 MW capacity, it is Uganda’s largest power-generating facility and Africa’s largest underground hydropower plant. Built by Sinohydro Corporation at a cost of $1.7 billion funded 85% by the EXIM Bank of China and 15% by the Ugandan government the […] |
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Karuma HPP adds 400MW to National GridThe Karuma Hydropower Plant in Uganda, a flagship 600 MW project financed 85% by the Export-Import Bank of China and 15% by the Ugandan government, has successfully synchronized its fourth turbine unit, bringing the plant closer to full capacity. Each of the six turbine units produces 100 MW, and full commissioning is expected by the […] |
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Internal performance contracts boosting operational efficiency of power plantsInternal performance contracts between the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), and key power sector utilities are enhancing the operational efficiency of Uganda’s power plants. Energy Minister Hon. Nankabirwa emphasized that these contracts establish a clear framework for accountability and improved service delivery. Covering utilities such as UETCL, UEDCL, and […] |
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New Vision 08.08 Pg2. Govt considers listing electricity agencies on stock exchangeThe Ugandan government is considering listing electricity agencies on the stock exchange as part of efforts to streamline the country’s energy sector. This initiative is linked to broader plans to merge key state-run agencies, including generation, transmission, and distribution companies, into a more unified entity. The discussion references the Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) […] |
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Where Electricty Agencies will spend in 2024This highlights the investment plans of Uganda’s electricity agencies for 2024, with a particular focus on Umeme’s planned investments. The article provides insights into how the agency intends to allocate resources to strengthen electricity distribution and infrastructure. |
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Karuma HPP adds 200MW to National GridThe Karuma Hydropower Plant in Uganda, with a total capacity of 600 MW, has now added 200 MW to the national grid, contributing to more reliable and affordable electricity supply for homes and industries. Located along the River Nile in Kiryandongo District, the project is 99% complete, with full commissioning planned for August next year. […] |
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