Government officials and oil companies met with community groups to discuss human rights during Uganda's energy development. The Petroleum Authority organized the third annual conference to build trust between different parties. Leaders want better cooperation as the country prepares to start oil production soon. Civil society groups push for stronger protection of local communities near drilling sites. All sides agreed they need more dialogue to solve disagreements peacefully.
TotalEnergies reported helping over 11,000 people through farming programs around their Tilenga project area. The French company improved food production and gave communities better access to schools and hospitals. EACOP pipeline officials addressed recent protests against their project across the region. They blamed false information for misleading young people who demonstrated against oil development. Company leaders promised to keep working with local groups on worker rights and complaints.
Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa wants to create a permanent forum for human rights discussions. The government plans to train local officials and community leaders about oil industry standards. International experts spoke about protecting marginalized people who live near extraction projects. Community officers work directly with villages to handle problems between companies and residents. Uganda expects to pump its first oil within the next few years.
TotalEnergies reported helping over 11,000 people through farming programs around their Tilenga project area. The French company improved food production and gave communities better access to schools and hospitals. EACOP pipeline officials addressed recent protests against their project across the region. They blamed false information for misleading young people who demonstrated against oil development. Company leaders promised to keep working with local groups on worker rights and complaints.
Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa wants to create a permanent forum for human rights discussions. The government plans to train local officials and community leaders about oil industry standards. International experts spoke about protecting marginalized people who live near extraction projects. Community officers work directly with villages to handle problems between companies and residents. Uganda expects to pump its first oil within the next few years.
