Energy, Oil & Gas

EconomyEnergy, Oil & Gas

Uganda set to outpace region as IMF flags oil-driven growth surge

IMF forecasts place Uganda among the world’s fastest-growing economies as oil production nears, even as risks rise across sub-Saharan Africa
An inland oil rig
EconomyEnergy, Oil & GasPolitics & Policy

US blockade of Iran ports deepens global oil uncertainty after Hormuz standoff

US blockade of Iranian ports raises risks for oil supply, fertilisers and global trade flows
A US Coast Guard cutter sails alongside a sleek, smaller unmanned surface vessel in open blue water, with a large commercial tanker visible on the horizon.
Energy, Oil & Gas

Stable power tariffs extend into second quarter amid balanced pressures

Electricity Regulatory Authority maintains power tariffs for second quarter, citing balanced exchange rate and fuel cost pressures
A row of steel lattice electricity pylons carrying power lines across a rural landscape during dawn.
Environment

Uganda among world’s most polluted countries as air quality worsens

Uganda ranks eighth globally for air pollution, with Kampala among the world's most polluted capitals and monitoring gaps understating the true scale
A high-angle view of a crowded Namirembe Road in downtown Kampala, featuring a dense flow of pedestrians, commuters, and vehicles amidst commercial buildings and advertising billboards.
CommoditiesEconomyEnergy, Oil & GasTrade

Uganda’s oil moment approaches — but the risks are multiplying

Uganda's first oil is due in H2 2026, but timing risks, fiscal pressures, and a Middle East conflict cloud the outlook
The offices of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development in Kampala
CommoditiesEconomyEnergy, Oil & GasOpinion

Stanbic analysts see opportunity for disciplined investors amid global unrest

Stanbic analysts say Middle East war poses real risks for Uganda's exports, currency, and inflation — but also creates openings for long-term investors
The oil and chemical tanker Petrel Pacific moored at a terminal during twilight, discharging ballast water.
CommoditiesEconomyEnergy, Oil & Gas

Uganda faces higher fuel costs as US-Iran war roils oil markets

Uganda faces dearer fuel imports and currency pressure as the US-Iran war pushes oil prices higher, but first oil in H2 2026 offers a longer-term upside
Rise in gasoline prices concept with double exposure of digital screen with financial chart graphs and oil pumps on a field. Stock photo.
Energy, Oil & GasOpinion

Uganda’s oil revenues: The case against quick distribution

Uganda's oil wealth requires long-term investment discipline rather than immediate distribution, writes Ali Ssekatawa
An inland oil rig
Energy, Oil & Gas

Regulator holds power tariffs steady despite shilling’s weakness

Electricity Regulatory Authority maintains Q1 2026 tariffs as lower oil prices offset shilling depreciation in quarterly adjustment
AgricultureCommoditiesEconomyEnvironment

Ugandan agriculture exports face €2.75bn threat as EU tightens traceability rules

Shared-cost models between buyers and suppliers emerge as Uganda's best hope for meeting EU traceability standards that threaten access to lucrative coffee markets
Coffee beans being inspected in rural ugandaA man inspects coffee beans on a drying bed in a rural area Uganda; next to him are three other men
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