Gerald Mutalya lost his life on September 12, 2025, after attempting unauthorized electrical work on power lines in Wakiso District. The fatal incident occurred at 15:00 hours along Sentema Road in Natete when the man tried connecting to a 33kV power line from Mutundwe Substation. Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited confirmed that Mutalya worked without authorization from the utility or its approved contractors.
Police at Nateete Station have opened investigations into the death. The victim resided in Nakuwade village and performed work commonly known as kamyufu activities. UEDCL officials reminded citizens about the dangers of tampering with electrical infrastructure.
Power theft creates significant financial losses for Uganda's electricity sector. The Electricity Regulatory Authority documented 17 percent distribution losses during 2024, representing over UGX 200 billion in costs. UEDCL removed more than 1,500 unauthorized connections last year and prosecuted multiple suspects for illegal electrical work.
Police at Nateete Station have opened investigations into the death. The victim resided in Nakuwade village and performed work commonly known as kamyufu activities. UEDCL officials reminded citizens about the dangers of tampering with electrical infrastructure.
Power theft creates significant financial losses for Uganda's electricity sector. The Electricity Regulatory Authority documented 17 percent distribution losses during 2024, representing over UGX 200 billion in costs. UEDCL removed more than 1,500 unauthorized connections last year and prosecuted multiple suspects for illegal electrical work.
