Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned the 132KV Mirama-Kabale transmission line, a project set to revolutionize power supply, industrialization, and economic growth in the Kigezi sub-region.
Funded by the Islamic Development Bank, this power infrastructure aims to provide a lasting solution to frequent power outages that have long hindered businesses in Kabale and surrounding districts.
At the commissioning, President Museveni emphasized the substation’s role in supporting the mineral sector and other industries by ensuring a stable and sufficient power supply.
“With Kigezi’s rich mineral deposits, this power project will drive industrialization and create jobs through value addition,” he noted.
Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa highlighted the government’s investment of Shs300 billion in establishing the transmission line, with an additional Shs45 billion allocated for land compensation.
The project, completed within 18 months, guarantees a more stable electricity supply for the region.
State Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi stressed that the new substation would eliminate power shortages, giving investors confidence to establish factories without concerns over electricity access.
This development aligns with Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited’s (UETCL) efforts to expand power infrastructure across the country, as part of the government’s Vision 2040 and National Development Plan III.
With the Mirama-Kabale power line, the people of Kigezi can expect a significant boost in economic opportunities, reduced power outages, and improved living standards.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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