This initiative, supported by Shs400 billion in working capital, aims to boost access to clean energy solutions, particularly in rural and remote areas. Additionally, productive-use energy equipment such as water pumps, irrigation systems, refrigeration units, and grain mills will be discounted by up to 60%.

Experts from the Uganda National Alliance for Clean Cooking (UNACC) have raised concerns about the lack of awareness among Ugandans regarding alternatives to charcoal and firewood.

The Danish embassy in Uganda has officially launched a three-year project aimed at enhancing irrigation systems to improve adaptation and sustain smallholder farming production systems in the country.

The project, which provides clean and sustainable water to the community, marks the fourth installation of its kind in the region. Other such installations are in Wakiso district: at Migadde Church of Uganda Primary School, Bukalango Charismatic Church in Kakiri Town Council, and Menvu Lutete in Nansana Municipal Council.

Oryx Energies Uganda has entered into a partnership with Yongeza Capital to support green e-mobility across the country. The service station brand will allocate areas at selected outlets nationwide to install charging points.

Uganda’s baby steps towards transition to electric mobility (e-mobility) is steadily getting more viable than ever, thanks to the expansion of charging infrastructure across the country. Shortage of charging facilities had earlier hindered Uganda’s shift to e-mobility.

The Program is set to make high-quality, off-grid solar systems, clean cooking solutions, and productive energy use equipment affordable to millions of Ugandans, including those in refugee settlements.The subsidy program addresses the cost barriers often associated with adopting the use of clean energy technologies.

Women remain significantly underrepresented in the green energy workforce. Addressing this gap, the project has crafted inclusive programs that empower 250 women and young people with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to excel in sustainable energy fields.

With Uganda’s electricity rates among the lowest in East Africa at Shs250-750 per kWh, charging an electric car costs approximately Shs15,000-20,000 for 300km of range – significantly less than the Shs100,000+ required for fossil fuel vehicles covering the same distance.