EDITORIAL: 6th Edition
Welcome to the 6th edition of the Energy and Extractives Update, our quarterly newsletter that shares the latest developments, activities, and milestones of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development. In this...
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Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu attends the 27th Africa Energy Forum
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Canon Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, participated in the 27th Africa Energy Forum (AEF) in Cape Town, South Africa, held under the theme ‘Africa United,’ this...
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Joins CNOOC’s CSR at Buhuka Health Centre
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, through the Upstream Petroleum Department and represented by Mr. Mwongyere David (Palynologist), participated in the Annual Medical Camp held at Buhuka Health Centre III. This...
MEMD Top Management Approves Client Charter, Service Delivery Standards, and Strategic Plan
Top Management approved the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development’s (MEMD) Client Charter and Service Delivery Standards and strategic plan. These important documents are now available on the MEMD website for reference....
Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro Launches Inaugural Youth Energy Summit Uganda (YES 2025)
Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, Uganda’s Minister of State for Mineral Development, launched the inaugural Youth Energy Summit Uganda (YES 2025) at the Mestil Hotel, Kampala. The summit, organized by the Electricity Regulatory Authority...
Uganda Woos Investors for Green Mining and Energy Development
Changsha International Conference Centre, China, 12 June 2025: The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, emphasized the need for affordable capital to unlock Uganda’s mineral potential and promote...
FAQ on Bioethanol for Blending and Blended Product
1. What is Bioethanol and how is it produced? Bioethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is a renewable fuel produced by fermenting sugars derived from plant material like corn, sugarcane, or cellulose...
Warehouse Construction Progresses In Igongo Under TBEA Subcounty Electrification Project
A key support structure under the TBEA Subcounty Electrification Project is steadily taking shape in Igongo, Mbarara. The Rural Electrification Department (RuED) team, led by Eng. Wegulo Byakatonda, conducted a site inspection...
EASP Staff Participate In Technical Training On World Bank’s Environment And Social Framework
The EASP Project Coordination Unit (PCU), Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), EASP Project Implementation Units (PIUs), and key partners participated in a technical training on the World Bank’s Environment and...
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