Business 25 October 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)

Power Cuts to Ease in Six Months Following Network Upgrades

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has announced that current power supply interruptions will significantly reduce within the next six months as ongoing grid repairs and network enhancements progress. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/business/markets/power-cuts-to-ease-in-six-months-says-regulator--5644452

Electricity consumers across Uganda can look forward to a more stable power supply in the coming months. According to the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), ongoing infrastructure upgrades and critical repairs are set to ease persistent power cuts within six months.

The power distributor has been working on various network improvements aimed at modernizing the grid, minimizing technical losses, and enhancing overall reliability for households and businesses alike.

Frequent outages have posed challenges for local enterprises and domestic users, prompting calls for swift interventions in the energy sector. UEDCL assures the public that the temporary disruptions experienced during maintenance works are necessary to achieve long-term stability and a more robust distribution network.

As these projects near completion, customers are expected to experience fewer unscheduled blackouts and improved voltage levels across the country.

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