Energy minister says Kabalega Airport refinery ready by April

Uganda prepares to commission its Kabalega Airport refinery by April as the nation nears 79 percent completion of its historic ...

Works Minister Katumba Wamala says land compensation for the Nakawuka road project has hit 400 billion shillings, exceeding the 340 billion construction cost.

Gen. Katumba says Nakawuka road compensation is more expensive than building the road

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

21/01/2026

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Works Minister Katumba Wamala says land compensation for the Nakawuka road project has hit 400 billion shillings, exceeding the 340 ...

The 1,443km EACOP will transport Uganda’s crude oil from the mid-western oil fields to Tanga port in Tanzania. The project’s ownership structure includes TotalEnergies (62%), Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC – 15%), China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC – 8%), and Tanzania’s Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC – 15%).

Uganda to export electricity to power regional crude oil pipeline

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

06/01/2026

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The 1,443km EACOP will transport Uganda’s crude oil from the mid-western oil fields to Tanga port in Tanzania. The project’s ...

President Museveni has approved a second China-Uganda industrial park to build on the success of the Mbale hub, which now hosts 75 factories and 12,000 workers.

Museveni approves plan for second China-Uganda industrial park

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/12/2025

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President Museveni has approved a second China-Uganda industrial park to build on the success of the Mbale hub, which now ...

Wakiso District gets new road project as President Museveni breaks ground for Shs 56bn Bukasa-Ssentema-Kakiri Road, set to enhance connectivity and economic development

Museveni flags-off construction of Bukasa- Ssentema- Kakiri Road

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/07/2025

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Wakiso District gets new road project as President Museveni breaks ground for Shs 56bn Bukasa-Ssentema-Kakiri Road, set to enhance connectivity ...

Uganda's President Museveni, nominated for 2026, outlines a six-point agenda for his next term, prioritizing economic transformation, security, and infrastructure

Museveni unveils six-point plan for next term

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

06/07/2025

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Uganda's President Museveni, nominated for 2026, outlines a six-point agenda for his next term, prioritizing economic transformation, security, and infrastructure ...

Entebbe Land Wars: Inside the bitter clash between MAAIF’s NAGRC&DB and Civil Aviation Authority

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

14/05/2025

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An aerial view of Entebbe international Airport KAMPALA - The tranquil shores of Lake Victoria, home to Uganda's primary gateway, ...

Dr. Silver Mugisha honored by President Museveni with the Golden Jubilee Medal for his transformative leadership and impact on Uganda's water and sewerage services.

NWSC’s Dr Mugisha receives Golden Jubilee Award for transformative leadership

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

01/05/2025

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Dr. Silver Mugisha, NWSC Managing Director, receives the prestigious Golden Jubilee Medal for his transformative leadership in Uganda's water sector. ...

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.

Museveni’s Electricity Vision: Uganda’s Power Sector Surge Celebrated by Leaders

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

12/04/2025

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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 ...

Toll fees from a Chinese consortium will finance and operate Kenya's railway extension to the Uganda border, following a new funding agreement.

Toll fees to fund Chinese-built Kenya-Uganda Standard Gauge Railway line

by Robert Ayebazibwe | Chief Editor

08/04/2025

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Toll fees from a Chinese consortium will finance and operate Kenya's railway extension to the Uganda border, following a new ...

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