Electricity Demand Boosts in Uganda

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Umeme, the power utility in Uganda has invested more than sh1.8 trillion in improving the power distribution network as the improvement of economy situation.

Over the past 12 years, the investments in the distribution infrastructure has led to the doubling of the physical infrastructure, improved efficiencies, tripling of customer connections, supply reliability and improved customer service.

Selestino Babungi, the managing director, said, "The electricity supply industry is somewhat financially stable with minimal government subsidies. Increased grid expansion and access to electricity contributes to Uganda’s economic development and improves social services such as education, health and household incomes".

He says during the 2017, a total of $99m (sh68.4b) was invested in the network.

Umeme’s investment in infrastructure as private sector capital, is complimenting government fiscal resources in building national infrastructure.

As a result, up to 17 small, medium and large private generators countrywide are engaging in various generation projects.

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