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THE POWER SUB-SECTOR

James Baanabe, Ag. Director Energy Resources Directorate

PRESENTATION ON THE POWER SUB-SECTOR

• The Power subsector covers areas of • Power generation, • Supply (transmission and distribution), and access, • Electricity sector regulation, • Energy management • Atomic energy regulation and promotion of and use of

Nuclear energy.• Settling of disputes in the power sector

• This presentation provides status on implementation of Agreed Undertakings for FY2016/17, Key achievements registered in FY2016/17; Challenges hindering implementation and Plans for FY 2018/19

1. POWER SECTOR REGULATION• 1.1 Key achievements in FY2016/17

Tariffs• ERA implemented phase three of the Renewable Energy Feed-in-

Tariff. • A study of the end-user electricity tariff cost drivers and measures

to reduce the electricity tariff in the short to medium term was undertaken

Grid Code Committee Activities and Standards• The Grid code was reviewed and revised and it’s now pending

discussion with the stakeholders. Distribution line Construction guidelines were approved by the Authority.

• Similarly offsite review quarterly performance reports were prepared during the period including Umeme, UETCL Substations and transmission lines, BEL, Eskom, Mpanga Hydro Power Plant, KCCL ,Ishasha, Umeme, WENRECO among others.

1. POWER SECTOR REGULATION• 1.1 Key achievements in FY2016/17 contd…Investment Planning and Verification• ERA conducted technical audits of Umeme and

completed investments. The Authority also carried out verification of UETCL investments allowed in the 2014-16 Multi Year Investment Plan.

1.2 Update on implementation of undertakings FY2017/18

1. Cost of Service study: The consultant to undertake the Cost of Service study was recruited and is expected to start the assignment in the first quarter of the financial year 2017-18.

2. Uniform system of Accounts: A stakeholder consultation meeting was undertaken. Reviews, and corrections are currently being undertaken in order to finalize the documents for implementation

3. Prepayment Audit: The prepayment auditor is already on ground. An inception report was submitted for review. This assignment is expected to be completed before the end of the second quarter of the financial year.


3. Umeme 6 year performance targets: Terms of reference for the procurement of the consultant were developed. The process for the recruitment of the consultant is expected to be completed by December 2017. In internal review of Umeme’s performance for the past 7 years is ongoing and will be considered alongside the consultant’s work.

1.3 Plans and strategies for FY 2018/19

1. Reduce distribution Losses up to 15%2. Optimize Generation Mix to reduce tariff to Weighted

average generation tariff of US cents6.7/ kWh)3. Increase MW generated from off-grid plants from less

than 0.5 MW to at least 1 Mega Watt.4. Enforce Compliance with Quality of Service Standards

on customer service up to 100%.5. Monitor and enforce compliance of Licensees to

Electricity Act, other relevant Laws, Regulations, Guidelines and License Terms and Conditions to 100%

…continued6. Obtain and maintain ISO certification7. Identify areas of suppressed demand at LV network,

transformer, feeders, and substation levels Approved Investments for load growth.

8. Conduct due diligence on permits and license applications

9. Conduct Environmental review of permits and licenses10. Complete Umeme 6 year performance targets11. Review Eskom’s operation and maintenance targets for

2018-2020.

1.4 Challenges to performance and measures to address challenges

1.Volatility of Exchange rate• The electricity industry is heavily affected by the exchange

rate especially of the major international currencies like the US Dollar. A depreciation of the Uganda shilling significantly affects the electricity price since a large proportion of the tariff influenced by the tariff.

The implementation of the tariff adjustment mechanism continues to ensure that the electricity sector is made whole. Concerted effort is still being explored to increase on investment with in the country and thus reduce the forex exposure by the industry.

Power Generation• 2.1 Key achievements in FY2016/17

1. Karuma and Isimba HPPs: • Construction of Karuma 600MW and Isimba 183MW projects

continued, physical progress was at 60% and 64% respectively as of June, 2017.

• Overall RAP implementation was 95% and 90% complete for Karuma and Isimba HPP respectively

2. Muzizi 44.5 MW: • The additional geotechnical studies have been completed and the

tunnel solution for the headrace agreed upon. • EPC tendering to commence in Quarter II of FY2017/2018 • RAP report being updated in-line with the change in

design of the water way and T-line• RAP expected to be completed by December 2017

…continued3. Nyagak III

• Preconstruction activities commenced• The Strategic Partner (Hydromax & Dott Services Ltd) is

yet to achieve financial close

4. GETFIT projects• Commissioned projects: 6.1MW Siti I; 6.5MW

Muvumbe; 10MW solar plant in Soroti• Projects under construction: 9.6MW Nkusi, 5.5MW

Rwimi, 9.2MW Nyamwamba, 5.4MW Lubilia, 4.8MW Waki, 16MW Siti II, 5MW Sidilia, 7.6MW Kyambura, 10MW Tororo Solar• Projects to commence construction: Kikagati,

Nyamagasani I, Nyamagasani II and Ndugutu

ESKOM concession• Energy Generation: During the reporting period

a total of 1,445GWh was generated by both power plants compared to 1,303GWh during the previous period. The higher performance was driven by favourable hydrology and load growth.

• Energy Dispatch Contribution By Eskom Uganda Limited: During the year under review, the proportion of energy supplied by Eskom Uganda Limited to the grid was 40.9% compared to the biggest supplier, BEL who contributed 44.0%.


• Development Karuma HPP• Construction is ongoing and the physical progress for

the power plant component was at 61% at 31 August 2017, • RAP implementation is ongoing for the evacuation lines

for hydropower plant; corridor acquisition is 60% for Karuma-Kawanda section and 68% complete for Karuma-Olwiyo segments• The Karuma CDAP Report has been disclosed to the

Districts of Kiryandongo, Oyam and Nwoya Districts. Implementation expected to commence in October, 2017.


•Development Isimba HPP• Construction works at Isimba project site are

progressing well with most of the civil works nearing completion. • As at 31 August 2017, the physical progress for

the power plant component was at 64%• As at 31st August 2017, RAP implementation

was as follows: Transmission line 89.3%, Dam site 98.9% and Reservoir 93.7%• CDAP disclosures have commenced in Busaana

Sub-county, Kayunga District.

…continued• Muzizi (44.5MW):

• EoI for the EPC contractor has been launched. There has been a delay to get the EPCC on board due to design changes of the water way from open Chanel to a tunnel.

• EPC contractor expected on board by mid-2018.

• Nyagak III 5.5.MW • Work on temporary structures is ongoing. Access roads have been opened

up.• The private partner Hydromaxx/Dott Services is seeking for project

financing and is yet to attain financial close.• Discussions are on-going with other potential Development partners on

possible financing of the project in the event the private partner fails to attain financial closure.

• Achwa/Agago (83 MW): • Construction works are ongoing for 41MW Achwa 2, and 60% of the works

at the intake have been completed. Commissioning expected in October 2018

Challenges to performance and measures to remedy 1. Delayed land acquisition due to disputes among

PAPs, non-consenting PAPs, inadequate RAP funds, etc. have led to slow project implementation

The Ministry has submitted its proposals to OPM in regard to land acquisition for consideration in the proposed Land Management bill 2017.

2. Inadequate staff to supervise and monitor projects: Recruitment and continuous training of staff

3. Inadequate counterpart funding for compensation which delays disbursements by other funding partners

Engage MoFPED to release counterpart funds

2.4 Plans and strategies for FY 2018/19Karuma HPP • Expected commissioning in April 2019 Isimba HPP • Expected commissioning in February

2019 Community Development Action Plan (CDAP) for Karuma and Isimba HPPs

• Completion of all CDAP activities

Muzizi HPP • 100% RAP implementation• EPC contractor procured and site

handed over• Kick starting site preliminary works i.e.

access roads and workers camp Other small hydros • Finalize the feasibility studies for 3 or

4 small sites (Okulacere 6.5MW, Agbinika 2MW and Rehabilitation of Maziba 1MW) and kick start the implementation phase

Rehabilitation of Nalubaale and Kiira Power Stations

• Finalize the feasibility studies for the rehabilitation of Nalubaale and Kiira Power stations

2.5Plans and strategies for ESKOM for FY2018/19

• Development Indicators and Targets: Plant availability target of 96.16%

Investment Priority Key OutputKPS AC 70 upgrade Reliability and quality of

supply. Improved plant health. Reduction in power

outages

Excitation upgrade – units 6 & 10KPS protection system upgrade – units 13, 14 & 15KPS Electronic governor upgrade – units 14 & 15KPS Advant control system upgrade – from AC 410NPS 11Kv generator cables replacementNPS and KPS bus bar line differential protection upgrade

KPS Waterways repairs – unit 15

Transmission Infrastructure 3.1 Key achievements for FY2016/171. Annual Purchases (Sales) – 3,535.39 GWh ,

(3,399.98GWh) (2016)2. Transmission Losses 3.83% (2016)3. In 2016, UETCL acquired the role of public infrastructure

service provider through the role out of its Optical Fiber network along its High Voltage Transmission Grid.

4. In addition, progress was registered on the following projects

• Completed the Bujagali Switchyard upgrade from 132kV to 220kV• Completed the construction of Queensway 132/33kV substation upgrade• Successfully integrated Siti 1 and Muvumbe power plants to the main grid

3.2 Progress on construction of various transmission lines • Made progress in construction of various transmission

linesMbarara-Nkenda 132kV 82%Tororo-Opuyo-Lira 132kV 74%Bujagali-Tororo-Lessos 220kV 75%Mbarara-Mirama 220kV 90%Nkenda-FortPortal -Hoima 220kV 70%Kawanda-Masaka 220kV 85%Karuma –Kawanda 400kV, Karuma-Lira 132kV, Karuma –

Olwiyo 132kV 10%Electrification of Industrial Parks (Namanve South, Luzira,

Iganga and Mukono) 5%Bujagali – Isimba 132kV 60%

3.3Challenges to performance 1. Acquisition of way leaves

2. Securing funding for new investments3. Change of scope of projects due to the dynamism of the

energy sector. 4. Rampant vandalism which is a threat to the integrity of the

transmission infrastructure and increases significantly the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) budget of UETCL.

5. Procurement procedures that delay purchase of goods and services slowing down decision making and implementation.

6. Inadequate staff to supervise the projects under implementation.

7. Depreciation of the Uganda Shilling against foreign currencies which impacts on power purchases prices which are made in foreign hard currencies

8. Securing of counterpart funds from GoU

3.4Proposed strategies to address challenges

1. Recruitment of more staff to supervise projects.

2. Engage Government to revise the land law to facilitate easy acquisition of way leaves

3. Engage Government to avail more funds for infrastructure development in a timely manner.

4. Streamline procurement processes

3.5Plans and strategies for FY 2018/19

1. 100% completion of the following projects • Bujagali-Tororo-Lessos 220kV, Mbarara-Mirama 220kV,

Tororo-Opuyo-Lira 132kV, Mbarara-Nkenda 132kV, Nkenda-FortPortal-Hoima 220kV, Kawanda-Masaka 220kV, Electrification of Industrial Parks 132kV, Bujagali-Isimba 132kV, Karuma Interconnection 400/132kV, Mutundwe-Entebbe, Opuyo substation upgrade, Kawanda 220kV bays

2. 80% completion of Opuyo-Moroto3. 50% completion of the following projects

• Gulu-Agago 132kV; Lira-Gulu-Nebbi-Arua 132kV; Mirama-Kabale 132kV

4. Procurement of EPC Contractor for the following projects• Bulambuli-Mbale 132kV; Uganda-DRC 220kV; Uganda- Tanzania 220kV

Rural Electrification4.1 Key achievements in FY2016/17

1. 790km of MV and 359km of LV length in Oyam Nwoya, Apac, Dokolo, Mukono, Lira and Buikwe districts funded by OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) were completed

2. 700 km of MV and 851 LV funded by GoU in various districts were completed

3. REA also constructed power lines to connect Nwoya District Headquarters and Kiziranfumbi lines to connect the proposed Airport at Kabale in Hoima District.

4. To date, 117 out of 121 districts have been connected to national grid. Plans are under way to connect the remaining districts of Kotido, Kaabong, Buyende and Buvuma.

5. Procurement of construction works for 1812km of MV and 1740km of LV funded by BADEA/OFID were concluded.


1. Review of designs for the KfW grid densification project aimed at achieving 8500 last mile connections completed. Construction works expected to begin December 2017. Over 112,000 connections made under OBA.

2. Contract for the feasibility studies of about 2,500km of MV lines and LV funded by AfDB signed in July 2017.

3. The Master Plans for six (6) Service Territories under the operation and maintenance by UEDCL completed .

4. Construction works BADEA/OFID funded projects are 10% complete, AfD funded project 50% complete.

5. Contract for Construction works for AfDB funded projects submitted to the Bank for a No-objection.

…continued7. Construction works for IDB I commenced July 2017,

Procurement of Contractor for IDB II and III completed August 2017.

8. Two ERTIII fast track projects are under design review process before commencement of procurement of Contractor. Construction works is expected to commence by June 2018.

9. MOU for financing electrification of sub-county headquarters throughout the Country was signed between REA and TBEA signed December 2016. Commercial Contract between MoFPED and Exim Bank of China is awaiting Solicitor General clearance.

10. The Electricity Connections Policy was submitted to Cabinet Secretariat for presentation to Cabinet.

11. Three (3) off-grid mini grids in Kyenjojo district and Kitobo Island in Kalangala districts were completed

3.3 Challenges to performance

1. Insufficient counterpart financing to implement donor funded project.

2. Lengthy procurement process for donor funded projects as requirement to compensate project affected persons before procurement of contractors.

3. Pressure from leaders and communities to have electricity extended to their areas which does not match the available resource.

4. Difficulty and cost of acquiring Way leaves

3.4 Plans and strategies FY2018/191. 100% completion of the KfW grid connection project with 8,500 last

mile connections. 100% completion of the grid densification project under ERT III with 60,000 last mile connections. Continuous implementation of grid densification projects if additional financing is secured.

2. 70% completion of works for projects under AfDB financing (MV 1,392km and LV 1,482km).

3. 50% completion of works for projects to be implemented under Abu Dhabi financing (MV 332km, LV 182km).

4. Complete feasibility studies for about 2500km of MV lines and related LV reticulations under AfDB financing, soliciting of funds to finance the projects.

5. Complete feasibility studies for the electrification of Buvuma and Sigulu Island, soliciting for financing to electrify these islands.

6. 50 Mini grids operational.

..continued 6. 100% completion of all projects under AFD financing (MV 1,392 km and LV

1,482km).7. 100% completion of projects under BADEA/OFID II financing (MV 732km

and LV 652km). 8. 100% completion of projects under IDB I financing, electrification of

Kaabong and Kotido district headquarters (MV 710 km and LV 140km).9. 40% completion of projects under IDB II financing (MV 996km and LV

923km). 10. 70% completion of projects under IDB III financing (MV 1,106km and LV

677km).11. 20% completion of works under the Sub County electrification project

under Exim Bank financing.12. 50% Completion of works of the Ruhumba-Kashwa with T-Off Rwebishuri

and Kiganda Mile 16 with T-off Kibyamirizi projects and; 20% completion of works under Wandi-Yumbe-Moyo and Onduparka-Odramachaku-Abiri projects under ERT III (MV 578km and LV 281km).

13. 200,000 Electricity Connections made under the Policy to accelerate the rate of connections.

14. Complete Master Plans for all Service Territories.

Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Ltd5.1 Key Achievements FY2016/171. Successfully procured the land as planned for relocation and

expansion of the pole treatment plant to the new premises in Kaposi, Wakiso district.

2. 29,000 Meters from World Bank have been tested and got approval from UNBS which will enable timely connections of new customers at subsided costs.

3. Losses are being addressed by meter replacement of old meters with new meters compatible with mobile money platform.

4. Acquired GIS has been populated with 40% of MV within central region

5. 43 faulty transformers in formerly Ferdsult areas have been replaced

5.2 Update on implementation of Undertakings FY 2017/18

1. 10,000 card reader meters are being replaced with meters which can vend on mobile money platform

2. Commenced the process of relocating the pole treatment plant to the new premises in Kaposi, Wakiso district. Procurement of the consultants is on-going

5.3Challenges to performance

1. Lengthy procurement process.2. Financing gap created by depletion of UEDCL

accounts by UEB liabilities3. ERA not approving lease fees for the UEDCL-owned

main distribution grid it operates and maintains contrary to lease and assignment agreement.

4. Non refund of money used by Government to pay UEB pensions has affected UEDCL Operations

5. Networks taken over from Ferdsult requires refurbishment in some areas to make them reliable but financing is not available

5.5 Plans and strategies FY 2018/19Investment area Expected key outputs

Pole Plant • Relocation of the current plant out of Kampala• Introduction of a new production line for CCA poles• Relocate the current storage in Butto, Bweyogerere

to Kyampisi • Establish a concrete pole manufacturing plant• Establish a concrete pole manufacturing plant

• Increased production, competitive pricing and high sales. Revenues expected from current Lugogo premises

• Increased competitiveness, high sales and increased revenues

• Savings arising out of terminating the tenancy agreement.

• Increased product diversity, durable utility products

Projects • Peri- Urban distribution network Expansion • 100Km of MV, 120KM of LV and 40 Transformers expected to be installed under Peri-urban electrification programme

Technical Services Territories,IT and Network investments

• To strengthen the M&E of Umeme concession to ensure improved state of the main distribution grid

• Reduce network power losses • Increase service connection in territories• Completion of GIS network base data capture on

UMEME Network

• Loss reduction to 20% • Improved network reliability • 20,000 customers • 100% MV and 60% LV nationwide

Umeme Distribution Concession

6.1 Key Achievements 1. Non-network fatalities reduced from 28 in 2015 to 18 in

2016.2. Losses reduced from 19.5% in 2015 to 19% in 20163. Umeme reached 98.4% revenue collections4. 157,270 new connections were installed in 2016 (a growth of

19%)5. All substations are now monitored using SCADA technology6. Umeme concluded the integration of the payment of the

payment platforms with all major financial institutions, mobile money operators and point of sales service points. Revamped contact center, provision of customer online customer digital channels.


1. Land Acquisition and Way Leaves:2. Losses due to Power theft: 3. Safety:

• Construction of buildings and structures within construction corridors

• Pilferage of power through illegal connections• ERA’s disallowing investments geared towards improving

public safety• Vandalism of equipment that undermines the safety

measures such as removing legitimate fuses, lightening conductors, theft of copper wire, theft of transformer oil etc

6.3Measures to address challenges• Land Acquisition and Way Leaves:

• A definitive wayleaves Policy is needed to streamline and ease construction of distribution lines

• Losses due to Power theft:• A punitive law to deter electricity pilferage and tampering

with the electricity system• Political support to associate electricity pilferage and

tampering within the electricity system with economic sabotage• Community policing to ensure that electricity pilferage

and tempering with the electricity system is considered as a social vice

6.4Plans and strategies FY2018/19

1. Umeme plans will continue to implement its long term capital investment programme of USD 440m over the period 2013-2018. This is subject to approval by the Regulator (ERA).

2. Umeme will continue to implement activities and investments geared towards achieving the remaining period targets of its 7 year performance projection (2012 – 2018) agreed upon with the regulator (ERA): Safety (fatalities) 0; Losses 14.9%; Collection Rate 98.5 %

3. Continue to roll out Prepayment Metering in line with the approved roll out plan: New customers 74,000; Retrofitted Customers 70,000

Energy Management 6.1 Key Achievements

1. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill was drafted by the First Parliamentary Counsel (FPC)

2. A total of 4 energy audits were conducted in 2016/2017. The facilities where the audits were carried out are Buzirasagama Tea Factory, Kiko Tea Estate Factory, Mabaale Tea Factory and Rusekere Tea Factory;

3. The Energy Efficiency Standards Importers User Guide was developed to assist all stakeholders understand and consequently comply with the set standards. These were disseminated to the importers and city traders at stakeholder workshop in June 2017;

4. UNBS was supported in the implementation of Minimum Energy Performance Standards for the specified energy consuming appliances through formulation of energy management standards task force comprising of MEMD and UNBS staff. Process for updating the existing standards has commenced;

…continued5. Energy Week 2016 was held from 31st October – 5th November

2016. Activities of the Week included Energy Exhibitions and Road shows, Media Advertisements, dissemination of various Awareness Materials, and High level energy management conferences (Energy Management Symposium);

6. Conducted awareness campaign on the ISO 50001 Energy Management Standards for companies in Eastern, Central and Western Uganda;

7. Produced status report on current level of fuel efficiency for vehicles . Report aimed at structuring and developing the Fuel Efficiency Initiative (FEI) Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Action (NAMA) into a bankable project;

8. Energy Auditors were trained was conducted in November 2016. 18 passed the exam and were certified “Certified Energy Auditor (CEA)”.

6.2 Progress on implementation of undertakings FY2017/18

1. Stakeholder consultations on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill 2017 undertaken on August 29, 2017.

2. Energy Audits are ongoing in seven factories: Pearl dairy; New kakinga millers; Kyamuhunga tea factory; Kayonza growers tea factory; Mabaale tea factory; Agroways (u) Ltd and UGACOF (u) Ltd.

3. Energy management training for SMEs is held in Eastern Uganda in Jinja from 17th July, 2017 to 21st July, 2017

4. Sustainable energy campaign held in Northern Uganda in Lira District at Mayors Gardens from the 25th – 29th July 2017

5. Energy week held from 11th to 16th September 2017.


• Low staffing levels;• Limited funding for the agreed undertakings;• Low level of awareness regarding the benefits

of energy efficiency;• Lack of drive by industries to invest in energy

efficient technologies.

6.4Measures to address challenges

• Discussions initiated with other partners to finance the activities;• Increased awareness regarding benefits of energy efficient

technologies• Some staff on contract and vacant positions forwarded to the

HRM division for submission to PSC for filling

6.5Plans and strategies for FY2018/19

1. Preparation of the Energy Efficiency Strategy and Plan;

2. Preparation of regulations to implement the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Law;

3. Increase Awareness and Information Dissemination through Energy Week and other regional campaigns;

4. 30 Industry Engineers and Engineering consultants trained in undertaking facility energy audits through certified Energy Auditor training;

5. Develop MEPS for five appliances;

…continued6. Promote Energy Management in high energy

consuming facilities • Train 5 facilities in the implementation of Energy Management

Systems based on ISO 50001 standard• Energy Management Awards conducted;

7. Develop and support Uganda Industrial Energy Efficiency Network to support the implementation of Energy Efficiency projects identified during energy audits;

8. Promote Energy Efficiency in Transport through the Fuel Efficiency Initiative for Uganda;

9. Technical support for energy efficiency investment in industries and Piloting of five (5) ESCO Programs

6.3 Plans and strategies FY2018/19

1. Increase Awareness and Information Dissemination2. Conduct Education and Training in Energy Efficiency3. Promote Energy Management in high energy consuming

facilities4. Financial Support and Incentives for energy Efficiency

Programs: We have planned to provide: • Grants to conduct Energy Audits and Energy Efficiency investments;• Credit support (Low interest loans) to support investments in Energy

5. Support relevant institutions to implement Sustainable Energy for All Initiative

6. Support establishment and operationalisation of innovative public partnerships, financing and participation for sustainable off-grid energy financing and investments

6.4 Encouraging a clean energy transition by GGGI

• The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty based-based International Organization established in 2012 at the Rio+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development and Uganda is in the process of finalizing its membership.

• GGGI is embedded in government (Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development) supporting government to transition towards a green growth model by developing and implementing strategies that simultaneously achieve poverty reduction, social inclusion, environmental sustainability and economic growth.

• GGGI’s support of government in the energy sector centers on expanding national electricity access through increased investment in affordable and sustainable renewable energy and in enhancing energy efficiency.

GGGI’s support to the energy sector

This broadly falls within the following interventions:i. Mainstreaming green growth into the energy sector’s policies

particularly support of the review of the renewable energy policyii. Boost private sector investment in a diverse renewable energy

mix by supporting government and private stakeholders in the design and implementation of a Renewable Energy Roadmap and Investment Plan

iii. Support capacity building in the public and private sectors to implement the Renewable Energy Road Map and Investment Plan through support for resource mobilization by developing and resourcing a number of bankable projects

iv. Support the implementation of the Energy Efficiency Roadmap.

Atomic Energy Regulation• 7.1 Key Achievements

1. Supervised the decommissioning of the teletheraphy machine at Uganda Cancer Institute.

2. Approved architectural designs for the Linear Accelerator (LINAC) and brachytherapy bunkers to be constructed at Uganda Cancer Institute.

3. Procured consultancy services for developing a master plan, design and supervision costs for the construction of the central radioactive storage facility at Mpoma.

4. Procured 1000 TLDs for occupationally exposed radiation workers.


1. Conducted 43 inspections2. Issued 20 licenses for possess and use and 6 permits

for transport, import, and sell3. Registered 24 radiation sources in 14 facilities4. Constructed a temporary radioactive source storage

facility5. Received three (3) expert missions on safe guards,

regaining control of orphan source and consultative mission on education and training

6. Issued a permit for importing the Co-60 teletherapy source for Uganda Cancer Institute


1. Lack of radiation protection and safety laboratories2. Limited office space to accommodate staff and inspection

equipment.3. Inadequate staffing.4. Limited stakeholder and general public awareness about

issues of Atomic Energy Regulation and the roles of Council.

5. Inadequate funding

7.4Strategies to address challenges

1. Establish radiation protection and safety laboratories

2. Seek for more office space in Amber House3. Request IAEA for more technical assistance in terms

of staff capacity building and equipment.4. Conduct more awareness campaigns on radiation

safety and atomic energy regulation.5. Secure more funds from both the government and

development partners

7.5 Plans and strategies FY2018/191. Strengthening the Atomic Energy Regulatory Infrastructure

• Establish an orphan and illicit source bunker at Mpoma ii). Finalize the enforcement policy

• Develop a radiation Safety Communication strategy iv). Recruit, train and retrain more staff

• Increase public awareness on nuclear safety and security vi). Develop 2 practice specific safety guides.

2. Expansion of Radiation Dosimetry Services• Increase registration of radiation workers from 30% to 40% • Acquire and distribute 1400 TLDs.

3. Developing National Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Capabilities

• Develop a National Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan• Train radiological emergency first respondents like Emergency Doctors, Police, UPDF

and technical committee• Conduct annual radiological emergency drills with stakeholders

Promotion and development of Nuclear Energy8.1 Key Achievements

1. MoU between the Russian State Atomic Energy Cooperation and Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development on Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy was signed on 19th June 2017 in Moscow during the International Forum ATOMEXPO.

2. The meetings to negotiate the MoU between Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) was conducted in China from 2nd – 6th May 2017.

3. Uganda participated in the negotiations of the legally binding instrument to prohibit nuclear weapons, leading towards their elimination in the world at United Nations Headquarters in New York, United States of America from 27th March to 31st March 2017.

4. A technical paper identifying goods and services required by a nuclear power project was prepared.

5. A technical paper on competencies required for a nuclear power project was prepared


1. Weak policy, legal and institutional framework to guide the sub-sector.

2. Inadequate skilled human resource in the sub-sector.

3. Inadequate counterpart funding in the partner institutions where the IAEA-Technical Cooperation Programme (IAEA-TCP) is being implemented.

4. Limited public understanding of the nuclear techniques and their benefits to society.

5. Lack of local competent firms to participate in the nuclear energy programmes

8.4Measures to address challenges

1. Continue with development of a nuclear energy policy for Uganda.2. Continue with building capacity for managing nuclear energy

projects through IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme and other government initiatives.

3. Provide technical support to peaceful applications of nuclear energy in agriculture, water and health sectors.

4. Conduct regular awareness campaigns in training institutions, at district level and actively participate in annual Energy Week.

5. Continue engaging stakeholders in the implementation of nuclear energy activities through working groups to gain trust and utilize existing expertise.

6. Support local industries to build capacity for participation in nuclear power projects through sharing of requirements such as standards.


Investment Key outputsNuclear Power Infrastructure Development

• Nuclear Energy Policy for Uganda finalized• Land for construction and installation of

monitoring stations acquired.• Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)

conducted• Monitoring stations designed and constructed• Nuclear Information Centre equipped.

Strengthening management of radioactive waste.

• Radioactive waste management strategy drafted.

Technical Support to other Peaceful Applications of Nuclear Energy

• Country Programme Framework between Government of Uganda and IAEA updated.

• Awareness on Nuclear Energy conducted• IAEA Technical Cooperation Projects monitored• Technical support for acquiring, repair and

maintenance equipment provided to MDAs.

Uganda Energy Credit Capitalization Company Limited9.1 Key Achievements 1. Solar Financing Facility through regulated Financial Institutions: Under this facility,

2,829 loans were offered for 2,829 off grid solar connections. Cumulatively the loans delivered under this program amounted to UGX 2.24 Billion.

2. Pilot Solar Financing Facility through Tier IV Financial Institutions (FIs): UECCC piloted financing for solar systems through four (4) Tier IV Financial Institutions including Savings and Credit Co-operative Organisations (SACCOs) and Microfinance Institutions (MFIs).

3. Connection Loan Facility for On Grid connections: UECCC rolled out a connection loan facility which is in place to extend financing to Financial Institutions for on lending to households and Commercial enterprises desiring to connect to grid electricity.

4. Solar Working Capital Facility: UECCC concluded the consultancies for design of the Working Capital Facility.

2. Pilot Biomass (Biogas) Financing Facility: UECCC partnered with EBO SACCO to pilot a Biomass Financing Facility.

6. The ORIO Mini-Hydro Power Project: The Grant Agreement for the Project was signed by the Government of Netherlands and Government of Uganda in June 2017.

9.2 Update on implementation of undertakings FY2017/181. Solar Working Capital Facility: During the first quarter

UECCC advertised the Expression of Interest (EOI) for Financial Institutions to participate in the Facility. The shortlisting of Financial Institutions is ongoing and launch of the Facility is expected to take place in October 2017.

2. The ORIO Mini-Hydro Power Project: the Implementation (Construction) Phase of the project was launched in August 2017.

3. Pilot Solar Financing Facility through Tier IV Financial Institutions (FIs): During the first quarter of FY 2017/2018, 315 solar systems were installed under the program.

9.3 Challenges to performance and measures to remedy

1. Inadequate Marketing of the Company’s Financing Solutions, arising from limited funding. To this end, UECCC has developed a Marketing Strategy which is yet to be funded.

2. Quality Assurance of solar products from Solar Companies remains a challenge to the uptake of Solar. There are still many products on the market which do not meet national and international certification standards. In collaboration with UNBS and MEMD, UECCC has now put in place an accreditation mechanism in order to evaluate Solar Companies willing to sell systems under the Financing Programme.

3. Inadequate effective demand on part of the targeted rural communities and hence the failure to access the facilities. This situation arises out of inadequate disposable income on account of extraneous factors such as changes in weather that have affected agriculture and household incomes.

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1. Solar Finance Facility for PFIs and Tier IV Financial Institutions: UECCC will continue supporting and monitoring the Solar financing facility for PFIs and will roll out to other Tier IV Financial Institutions after the pilot.

2. Solar Working Capital Facility: Under ERT III, UECCC will continue to monitor the implementation of the Working Capital Facility for Solar companies.

3. Grid Connection Refinance Facility: UECCC will continue to support the increased roll out of the grid connection loan Facility across the country.

4. ORIO Project: UECCC will continue implementation of the construction phase of the Project. Under this project UECCC is constructing Nine (9) Mini Hydro power plants, a distribution network as a single project.

5. BIO-Mass Facility: UECCC will continue with implementation of the Biomass financing facility pilot through EBO SACCO and other SACCOs across the country.

6. CDM: UECCC will continue connecting project developers (CPAs) to Carbon Financing Schemes, including established PoAs and sourcing for/ participating in Carbon Finance.

Electricity Disputes Resolution10.1 Key Achievements 1. Finalizing hearing of existing complaints: As of June 2016, the EDT

had 28 pending complaints for resolution. Out of the 28, EDT has resolved 22 complaints and the remaining 6 will soon be concluded.

2. Rolling out the sittings of EDT to Districts: EDT rolled out hearings to the districts of Namutumba, Namayingo, and Kasese where the number of complainants was relatively large.

3. Public awareness campaigns and Two (2) Regional workshops: Two Regional workshops were held, in Lira District for the Northern Region and in Masaka District for the Central Region, on 2nd December, 2016 and 23rd June 2017 respectively.The workshops covered a total of Twenty (20) districts and were aimed at sensitizing the district leadership on the existence of EDT and its accessibility so they can help in information dissemination to the grassroots.

10.1 Challenges to performance and measures to

remedy 1. Limited number of members:• A request to increase EDT membership was made by EDT

to the Ministry for action.

2. Adjournments• EDT shall, through the planned public awareness

campaigns, sensitize the public on the importance of litigant vigilance when it comes to handling matters before the Tribunal so as to minimize adjournments.

3. The limited harmonization of the Judiciary and the Tribunal’s mandate.

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