This archive report was first published on 18 May 2020.
On May 18, 2020, Uganda announced plans to open up its electricity transmission sector to private investors, aiming to attract billions of dollars in fresh capital.
The country's power transmission sector has fallen behind in terms of growth, with officials citing a need for at least $2.5 billion (Sh266 billion) in investment over the next seven years. An internal report by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) highlighted the risk of power plants being completed before required transmission lines are in place if private investment is not secured.
ERA spokesman Julius Wandera stated, "The government is exploring the possibility of opening up electricity transmission to private investment."
