PM Nabbanja halts ministry plan for new electricity distributor amid inside fight to replace UEDCL

Reports of high-level government infighting and lobbying for a lucrative power distribution deal prompted PM Nabbanja to step in and ...

David Sun, CEO of Huawei's Electric Power Digitalization BU

Huawei releases digital index to guide power sector transformation

by Robert Ayebazibwe | Chief Editor

29/09/2025

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David Sun, CEO of Huawei's Electric Power Digitalization BU SHANGHAI, China — Huawei released a new metric designed to guide the global ...

Motorists in Kampala are concerned about the appalling conditions of roads in different parts of the city. The roads are characterized by wide and deep potholes that worsen transport especially during rainy days.

Angry Museveni Orders Fix for Deteriorating National Roads

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

05/08/2025

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Motorists in Kampala are concerned about the appalling conditions of roads in different parts of the city. The roads are ...

President Museveni addressing members of the media from the greater Mpigi region during a press briefing at Nakasero as regards the progress of the PDM program on Tuesday.

Museveni orders action on illegal school fees, cites education sabotage

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

18/06/2025

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President Museveni addressing members of the media from the greater Mpigi region during a press briefing at Nakasero as regards ...

AMDA releases 3rd edition of Benchmarking Africa's Minigrids Report, highlighting growth, challenges, and opportunities in Africa's minigrid sector

AMDA Unveils Benchmarking Report on Africa’s Minigrid Sector

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

03/04/2025

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AMDA releases 3rd edition of Benchmarking Africa's Minigrids Report, highlighting growth, challenges, and opportunities in Africa's minigrid sector LUSAKA, Zambia — ...

Zambia aims to electrify 8.5 million lives by 2030 with off-grid solar systems, reducing reliance on hydropower and promoting energy access

Off-Grid Solar Systems to Bring Light to 8.5 Million Zambians by 2030

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

01/04/2025

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Zambia aims to electrify 8.5 million lives by 2030 with off-grid solar systems, reducing reliance on hydropower and promoting energy access LUSAKA, ...

Minister Nankabirwa emphasized the need for Umeme to "finish strong" as the company's concession ends on April 1, 2025. She encouraged the company to minimize outages and ensure a smooth transition.

DARKNESS LOOMS: Umeme demands $234 million buyout as Parliament approves $118 million

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

27/03/2025

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Minister Nankabirwa emphasized the need for Umeme to "finish strong" as the company's concession ends on April 1, 2025. She ...

FINISH STRONG! Nankabirwa calls out Umeme over power outages ahead of concession termination

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

27/03/2025

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Minister Nankabirwa emphasized the need for Umeme to "finish strong" as the company's concession ends on April 1, 2025. She ...

To prepare for Umeme’s exit, government has already embarked on preparing the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) to take over Umeme’s role of power distribution in the country.

Energy Ministry Nankabirwa reassures on staffing, service quality ahead of Umeme takeover

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

19/03/2025

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Uganda's Energy Minister, Hon. Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, launches the country's first public electric vehicle charging station in Kampala, marking ...

Dr Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, Uganda's Minister of Energy and Mineral Development

Energy Minister reassures on Umeme takeover

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

19/03/2025

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Uganda's Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa KAMPALA, Uganda — Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa reassured the nation Wednesday that the Ministry of ...

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