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Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa (holding microphone) addresses the audience during the official handover of Uganda’s electricity distribution mandate to UEDCL. She is flanked by Umeme Board Chairman Patrick Bitature (left), ERA Chairperson Dr. Sarah Wasagali (centre), Auditor General’s Director Joseph Hirya (right), UEDCL Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa (second from right), and UEDCL Board Chairman Francis Tumuheirwe. This symbolic moment marked more than a transfer of assets—it ushered in a new era of public accountability, transparency, and service delivery. With immense stakeholder expectations now resting on UEDCL’s shoulders, the adoption of a robust e-procurement system will be central to achieving operational efficiency, eliminating corruption risks, and aligning with national digital governance standards. Digitising procurement isn’t just a technical upgrade—it’s the backbone of UEDCL’s ability to fulfill its mandate ethically, economically, and effectively.

UEDCL officially takes over Uganda’s power distribution network 

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has officially taken over the distribution network from Umeme Limited, marking the end of a 20-year concession period that began in 2004. This transition, which
March 31, 2025

 

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