Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa claims Uganda will hit its massive power target of 52,000 megawatts before 2040 arrives. The country wants to pump out electricity through water dams, solar panels, wind turbines, nuclear plants and underground heat sources. Officials set this ambitious goal as part of their 2023 Energy Transition Plan to boost factories and help the nation grow. Nankabirwa says the government has made serious progress toward reaching this electric dream. The minister spoke ahead of the Power and Electricity Uganda International Expo happening July 10 through 12 at UMA Showgrounds.
Uganda currently produces 2,052 megawatts after finishing the Karuma power station project. Future water plants like Nyagak III and smaller dams will add more juice to the national grid. Government plans to build huge hydropower projects at Ayago generating 840 megawatts, Oriang making 392 megawatts and Kiba producing 400 megawatts. Underground heat sources could provide another 450 megawatts of clean energy across the country. The 48-megawatt Muzizi project will serve western regions and nuclear power could deliver 8,400 megawatts from Buyende.
Officials want private companies to help build solar mini grids around Uganda. Nankabirwa hopes money stays available and conditions remain stable to reach the 52,000-megawatt target. The upcoming expo will bring together 4,000 professional visitors and 120 exhibitors from Uganda, India, China, Qatar, Tanzania, Sri Lanka and Kenya. The event focuses on smart, clean and connected energy solutions for the future.
Uganda currently produces 2,052 megawatts after finishing the Karuma power station project. Future water plants like Nyagak III and smaller dams will add more juice to the national grid. Government plans to build huge hydropower projects at Ayago generating 840 megawatts, Oriang making 392 megawatts and Kiba producing 400 megawatts. Underground heat sources could provide another 450 megawatts of clean energy across the country. The 48-megawatt Muzizi project will serve western regions and nuclear power could deliver 8,400 megawatts from Buyende.
Officials want private companies to help build solar mini grids around Uganda. Nankabirwa hopes money stays available and conditions remain stable to reach the 52,000-megawatt target. The upcoming expo will bring together 4,000 professional visitors and 120 exhibitors from Uganda, India, China, Qatar, Tanzania, Sri Lanka and Kenya. The event focuses on smart, clean and connected energy solutions for the future.
