Off the press this morning:
📌 President Yoweri K Museveni meets TotalEnergies Uganda bosses
📌 Uganda monthly gold exports surge to USD 263.8m
📌 Government of Uganda begins works on Bukasa Port

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Earlier today, H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni welcomed TotalEnergies President for Exploration and Production, Mr. Nicolas Terraz, during a courtesy call at State House-Entebbe. Mr. Terraz briefed the President on the progress of the Tilenga oil exploration project and solicited

' #EACOP represents a pathway that will foster greater unity, collaboration, and cohesion for East Africa.' - H.E. Col. (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, the High Commissioner of #Uganda to #Tanzania , during the 9th Annual Oil and Gas Convention 2024.

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Today, I commissioned the newly built Supreme Court and Court of Appeal buildings at the Judiciary Headquarters in Kampala.

I congratulate the Judiciary and the government of Uganda for funding and constructing the two modern structures with government money.

Critical Point: 'I hope we meet again in one year with good news' TotalEnergies Country Chair, Philippe Groueix.
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Hon. Dr. Elly Karuhanga, – Chairman Board of Trustees Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum;

In our journey to harness Uganda’s oil wealth, we faced a barrage of skepticism and fear-mongering surrounding the ‘oil curse’

The media and CSOs painted a bleak picture, instilling doubts about our ability

Critical Point: Liu Xiangdong the President of CNOOC Uganda Limited : 'We are drilling oil wells at Kingfisher. We are creating jobs for Ugandans and also opportunities for Ugandan companies.' #OilandGasConvention2024

Session 10: Energy security in Uganda key takeaways at the 9th #OilandGasConvention2024
a) 100% of our Petroleum products are imported
b) There was a 28% increase in the importation of petroleum products into Uganda recently
c) Refining our oil will enhance energy security

Amb. Mwesigye: This symposium marks another milestone in the longstanding and historical strong relations between Tanzania and Uganda. These long-shared ties are grounded in mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared vision for a prosperous future.

Mwesigye: I cannot over emphasize the importance of integration of EAC & Africa as a whole. The EACOP project represents more than just a conduit for oil; it symbolizes a pathway to unity, cooperation & shared prosperity for the East African Community & beyond.

He noted that the Petroleum industry was already changing Uganda's economic landscape in places like Tilenga where the population intensified farming due to food demand by the 4000+ workforce & where the GoU has invested heavily in transport infrastructure like roads and bridges

Speaking on behalf of Vincent Bagiire PS FA, Richard Kabonero saluted organizers & stakeholders, noting that it was encouraging that the demographics of the room showed a youthful population in oil and gas

The 20 Under 40 Women in Oil and Gas Awards, organized by Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum, Women In Energy and Extractives Network-WEEN, and Barrel Magazine, to celebrate the achievements of young women making significant contributions to the industry.

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I have today afternoon relayed the message of H.E. Y.K. Museveni to the 9th annual oil and Gas convention at Serena Hotel Kampala.

The past two days of this Convention have been a testament to the progress we're making. We've showcased cutting-edge technologies, fostered partnerships, and witnessed the enthusiasm of companies eager to invest in our sector in Uganda.

As we move forward, the insights gleaned

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Vice President H.E Maj (Rtd) Jessica Alupo Vice President Jessica Alupo;

We have made strides towards having our two other projects - the East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline and the Refinery accomplished to support commercialization of our sector resources.

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Vice President H.E Maj (Rtd) Jessica Alupo Vice President Jessica Alupo;

The foundation for the Oil and Gas sector was laid way back when we put out the oil and gas policy of 2008 which gave birth to the proceeding legal and policy framework which is currently

The Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum, has also Signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda PAU_Uganda

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PICTURES: The Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum, has Signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Private Sector Foundation of Uganda Private Sector Foundation Uganda.

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