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The project is being funded by the government of Uganda and is expected to cost approximately $20 million.
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Energy Ministry has launched a 183MW grid extension project aimed at increasing access to electricity in rural Uganda.
The project, which is being implemented by the Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL), involves the construction of 57 kilometers of medium-voltage lines, 81 kilometers of low-voltage lines, and the installation of 47 transformers.
According to Harrison Mutikanga, CEO of UEGCL, the project is expected to be completed within the next 12 months and will provide electricity to over 1,400 new connections in rural Uganda.
“The project is a significant milestone in our efforts to increase access to electricity in rural Uganda,” he said. “We are committed to delivering this project on time and within budget, and we are confident that it will have a significant impact on the lives of rural Ugandans.”
The project is being funded by the government of Uganda and is expected to cost approximately $20 million.
Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa emphasized the importance of electricity in driving economic growth and improving living standards.
“Electricity is a critical component of our economic development strategy,” she said. “This project will not only bring light to rural communities but also power businesses, schools, and healthcare facilities, thereby improving the overall quality of life.”
The project is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of rural Ugandans, and the government is confident that it will drive economic growth and development in the region.