The company that has been distributing electricity in Uganda for the past 20 years, UMEME, has officially concluded its operations, and the government-owned Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has now taken over.
Traders operating in the well-known Smart City Market (locally referred to as *Baza mu Kisenyi*) woke up this morning to a shocking situation their stalls were being demolished. They claim that those carrying out the demolitions are trying to forcefully evict them from the market.
Uganda Revenue Authority has presented a projected target of total domestic revenue of 35.692tn, of which tax revenue is 33.394tn and nontax revenue of 2.298tn in the next financial year 2025_2026.
Mbale city , Uganda – In a bid to strengthen its relationship with the local community, Mbale Sino Park has reaffirmed its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by giving back to residents. According to the Deputy Manager of the park, Mr. Luyi Frank, this initiative is not just a goodwill gesture but a crucial part of maintaining a strong bond between the park and the people of Mbale.
For two decades, Umeme was the face of electricity in Uganda—bringing power to millions but leaving behind scars that still haunt the people of Bugisu. As the government officially takes over power distribution , many in the region are breathing a sigh of relief, but the memories of Umeme’s brutal crackdowns on illegal connections remain fresh, like open wounds.
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