Tag: Uganda
$1.3 M for power supply in Gulu
Power distribution transformers at Gulu substation will be decommissioned as Umeme Limited looks to replace it with one of a higher capacity.
Nakawa to get new $1.7 M Umeme substation
Kampala, Uganda: Power distributor Umeme has earmarked $1.7 M (Shs 6.2 B) for a new substation in Nakawa, Kampala.
14 MW Kikagati hydropower station achieves financial close
The 14 MW Kikagati hydropower station being built on the border between Uganda and Tanzania has reached financial close.
Uganda seeks distribution transformers
The Rural Electrification Agency of Uganda (REA) has received funds for the acquisition of supply and delivery of self-protected distribution transformers.
East and Central Africa’s largest solar farm set to connect to the grid
Uganda: UK-based energy solutions provider, Great Lakes Africa Energy (GLAE), announced the completion of the development of the Kabulasoke solar power park
Ugandan hydro project receives first of six transformers
The Karuma hydro-power project which is under construction in Kiryandongo District in Uganda should be completed in December as per the contract deadline.
New $4M substation to boost industrialization in Tororo
Uganda: Uganda’s power distribution company Umeme is making requisite preparations to meet the increasing demand for electricity in Tororo, as the district is witnessing an influx of industries setting up in the area.
Ugandan local transformer manufacturers to benefit from BUBU programme
Uganda, Kampala: Ugandan Government has taken a decision to prioritize local manufacturers of transformers in government procurement processes as one of the moves to promote “Buy Uganda Build Uganda” programme.
Uganda requires $287M for rural electrification projects
The Ugandan government is looking to borrow $287 million to secure funding for rural electrification projects in the country.
Uganda requires $2.5B investments by 2026 to strengthen T&D system
Uganda’s Electricity Regulatory Authority has stated that approximately $2.5 billion will need to be invested by 2026 in both the transmission and distribution system in the country to support the national grid expansion, according to the magazine CIO East Africa cited by ESI-Africa.Queensway substation to receive three new power transformers
Uganda: Queensway substation upgrade project on Entebbe Road in Kampala, Uganda is on due course with over 45% of the construction works complete and all equipment already delivered to the site.Uganda investing $100M in new mega substations
Uganda: The government of Uganda has awarded CAMC, a Chinese construction company, a contract to build four mega substations, projected to cost about $100 million.Uganda plans $100M investment in the power sector in 2016
Uganda, Wakiso: Uganda’s power utility company Umeme is planning a $100 million investment in the next year to boost its power capacity as more electricity is brought to the national grid.Umeme seals deal with ABB to build new substation
Uganda, Kampala: Umeme Ltd., the largest electric utility in Uganda, has entered into an agreement with ABB Uganda Limited and Babcon Uganda Ltd to build a new 40 MVA medium volt substation at Kira Town Council, Namugongo.
Uganda seeks $370M for distribution network revamp
Uganda, Kampala: The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company (UEDCL) is seeking $370 million to upgrade electricity transmission lines and outdated electrical equipment.
