New hydro projects to ease Uganda’s power costs

A hydropower dam. Uganda is investing heavily in hydropower to reduce the number of blackouts experienced in the country and reduce power costs for manufacturers. Photo/FILE

The cost of producing electric power in Uganda is showing signs of easing as the country embarks on the construction of new power projects on the River Nile.

This is good news for businesses that are involved in deepening regional trade with producers enjoying lower cost bases.