Why 780 of Uganda’s network-ready towers are not working

The additional masts are part of the growing physical and virtual infrastructure of Airtel’s 100% 4G network that covers the country border to border.

Uganda has 780 network-ready telecom towers sitting idle due to a lack of electricity. A new UCC report reveals how ...

Absa Bank Uganda and UEDCL announce a landmark $50 million facility to upgrade Uganda's power grid, aiming to connect over 200,000 new customers and improve nationwide electricity reliability.

UEDCL secures $50 million loan for distribution network upgrades

15/12/2025

Absa Bank Uganda and UEDCL announce a landmark $50 million facility to upgrade Uganda's power grid, aiming to connect over ...

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

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

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

08/12/2025

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

Can UEDCL’s “WETEREZeeee” Campaign End Power Theft in Uganda?

by Yusuf Nsubuga | Senior Reporter

20/10/2025

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By Mutesi Brenda Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) launched its “WETEREZeeee” amnesty campaign in July 2025, urging households and ...

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has approved UEDCL's latest power tariffs for July to September 2025.

UEDCL Announces New Electricity Tariffs for Q3 2025

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

15/07/2025

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The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has approved UEDCL's latest power tariffs for July to September 2025. KAMPALA, Uganda — The Electricity ...

Vandalism of Electricity Equipments: 17 charged with terrorism

by NTEZA MICHAEL | REPORTER

02/07/2025

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Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has charged 17 people with terrorism resulting from vandalism of electricity installations from various parts of ...

Uganda's new power distributor, UEDCL, outlines its 100-day plan for network restoration, new customer connections, and capital investments following the takeover from Umeme.

New power distributor UEDCL outlines ambitious 100-day plan

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

22/04/2025

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Uganda's new power distributor, UEDCL, outlines its 100-day plan for network restoration, new customer connections, and capital investments following the ...

Uganda's Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) announces new power tariffs effective April-June 2025, with reductions in industrial and manufacturing rates, aiming to make electricity more affordable for consumers.

Uganda Government announces new power tariffs as Umeme exits

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

01/04/2025

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Uganda's Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) announces new power tariffs effective April-June 2025, with reductions in industrial and manufacturing rates, aiming ...

Umeme Limited accepts $118 million buyout offer from Uganda government, despite initially expecting $234 million, and plans to appeal decision.

UMEME dethroned as UEDCL vows to bring cheaper, better electricity to Uganda

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

31/03/2025

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Umeme Limited accepts $118 million buyout offer from Uganda government, despite initially expecting $234 million, and plans to appeal decision. KAMPALA, ...

Umeme takes $118 million buyout, vows to fight for more

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

31/03/2025

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Umeme Limited accepts $118 million buyout offer from Uganda government, despite initially expecting $234 million, and plans to appeal decision. KAMPALA, ...

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