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Recognising the critical role of strategic communication in telling Uganda’s oil and gas story with clarity and credibility, UNOC is proud to have supported the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU).

At the Africa Energy Week 2026 NOC-IOC CEOs Forum, UNOC’s CEO, Proscovia Nabbanja, delved into Uganda’s strategic approach to maximising value from its petroleum resources through strong legal, regulatory and institutional frameworks, infrastructure development, regional collaboration and in-country value addition. She cited Norway’s approach to policy and institutional development and Nigeria’s experience in national content and capacity building as key benchmarks, emphasising that greater trust and collaboration among National Oil Companies, International Oil Companies and governments are essential to unlocking the full value of Africa’s oil and gas resources.

At Africa Energy Week 2026, the GM of Uganda Refinery Holding Company, a subsidiary of UNOC, Dr. Michael Mugerwa tackled one of Africa's most urgent questions. Why does Africa still export crude and import fuel through a panel discussion. He also highlighted Uganda’s planned 60,000-barrel-per-day refinery at Kabalega Industrial Park as a strategic investment in value addition and industrialization. Targeted to deliver its first refined products by 2030, the refinery will reduce reliance on imports.

At the ongoing African Energy Week, UNOC’s Head of Compliance, Kristina Kasibayo, participated in a fireside chat on Uganda’s Journey to First Oil. She highlighted the evolution of Uganda’s petroleum legal and regulatory framework since the 2006 discovery of commercial oil, including international best practices and Production Sharing Agreements designed to safeguard Uganda’s interests.

At African Energy Week 2026, UNOC is proudly showcasing Uganda’s oil and gas milestones and projects including KIP, the strategic hub planned to host Uganda’s refinery, petrochemical industries and the Kabalega International Airport. Representing UNOC on a panel discussing Fuel Security & Supply in a Volatile Market, Manager Downstream Trading, Julius Asaba highlighted Uganda’s strategy to strengthen fuel security through diversified supply routes, expanded storage, strategic partnerships and investment in refining.

UNOC’s Chief Legal Officer & Company Secretary, @pmuliisa21, joined global legal experts in Copenhagen, Denmark, as a panellist at the International Bar Association Annual Conference. The discussion explored how geopolitics, regulatory changes and energy security are reshaping the oil and gas sector, giving UNOC an opportunity to share Uganda’s perspective on cross-border projects, investment protection and responsible petroleum management.

As Uganda celebrates 64 years of independence, UNOC joined business leaders at the Uganda–Kenya Business Breakfast at Muthaiga Golf Club to discuss regional trade and investment. Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, @Comrade_Otoa, moderated an oil and gas panel featuring Stabex International, KCB Bank Uganda and Kenya Pipeline Company, highlighting regional collaboration through initiatives such as KCB’s financing of EACOP and UNOC’s shareholding in KPC. The discussions emphasised growing exports, taking ownership of our resources and retaining more value within our economies.

Happy Independence Day, Uganda. As we celebrate 64 years of independence, we take pride in how far Uganda has come and the role UNOC plays in creating value for generations.

This week, UNOC, alongside the Office of the Auditor General and key Government stakeholders, undertook a technical tour of the EACOP project infrastructure in Tanzania to engage with project management on implementation milestones and challenges. From the marine terminal to storage tanks, the visit offered a closer look at the infrastructure that will enable Uganda’s first oil exports and the progress being made to turn years of project development into a functioning export system.

Uganda’s Oil and gas sector has pushed for projects to be about Ugandans and the livelihoods of the communities where development happens. This week UNOC, alongside Government entities and Joint Venture Partners joined Civil Society Organisations & Non-Governmental Organization in a monitoring visit to see project progress firsthand, engage with stakeholders and assess the initiatives supporting affected communities. These project visits provide an opportunity for CSOs/NGOs to check that commitments to supporting local livelihoods and protecting the environment are being met.

What a PROUD few days it has been at UNOC as we continue our deliberate journey of standing behind Ugandan sports. In rugby, our U20 team earned promotion to the elite Performance Division after beating Zambia 108-12 on aggregate. In netball, the She Cranes lifted the Africa Netball Cup, beating South Africa 56–53. In football, the Uganda Cranes beat Libya 1–0 in the AFCON qualifiers. At UNOC, we are proud to play our part in backing the teams that carry our flag. 🏆🏆🏆

At the Supplier Development Workshop, UNOC has highlighted opportunities linked to the Kampala and Jinja Storage Terminal projects as well as the Upstream Kasuruban projects. They include civil works, construction materials, mechanical and electrical works, logistics, hospitality and professional services. The Kampala Storage Terminal will have a 255 million-litre capacity, while the Jinja Storage Terminal is being upgraded from 30 million to 40 million litres. The projects will also create opportunities for training, internships, graduate programmes and employment. #CreatingValueForGenerations

Uganda’s upcoming refinery is creating a broad new market for Ugandan businesses. At the Q3 Supplier Development Workshop, we have highlighted opportunities across construction, professional services, agriculture, logistics, fabrication and technical trades linked to the 60,000-barrels-per-day refinery. The project is projected to create up to 32,000 jobs, add US$3.3 billion to national GDP and US$8.2 billion in capital formation, while reducing reliance on imports. #CreatingValueForGenerations

At the ongoing Supplier Development Workshop, UNOC’s Chief Operating Officer @SamanthaBarung1 has thanked Ugandan companies for their role in building the country’s sovereign capabilities. She has encouraged Ugandan companies to focus on project delivery and securing sustainable business. She highlighted the capital-intensive nature of oil projects and their exposure to macroeconomic changes. She has also called on Ugandan companies to think critically about where they can make a meaningful and sustainable contribution and to enter into contracts that support project execution. #CreatingValueForGenerations

Speaking at the Supplier Development Workshop, UNOC’s Business Development Officer @lilian_nyakuni has highlighted Kabalega Industrial Park’s 2,185 acres of investable land, offering opportunities in petrochemicals, fertiliser, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, warehousing, commercial services and more. The park is being developed alongside critical infrastructure, including a 240MW power substation, an 86km access road network and water infrastructure. With preliminary projections of 32,000–35,000 direct and indirect jobs and a broader KIP contribution of US$4.9 billion annually to GDP, KIP is designed to drive industrialisation, investment and local economic participation. #CreatingValueForGenerations

Speaking at UNOC’s Q3 Supplier Development Workshop, Head of National Content, @BintuPeter has highlighted the growing opportunities for Ugandan businesses in the oil and gas sector and the need for suppliers to be prepared, compliant and competitive. He has noted that 50 SMEs have completed training towards ISO certification, while Enterprise Support Clinics in Mpigi have supported more than 500 SMEs with business formalisation and compliance guidance. He has also highlighted ongoing skills development initiatives, including training for 40 6G coded welders and programmes targeting young people and women. #CreatingValueForGenerations

The UNOC National Content Workshop has kicked off, with project updates shared with the SMEs in attendance. At Tilenga, overall project progress stands at approximately 74%, with 272 of 421 wells drilled and construction of the Central Processing Facility at about 63%. At Kingfisher, overall progress has reached approximately 80%. Engineering is substantially complete at 99.83%, while pre-commissioning activities are underway, with 139 of 148 subsystems inspected and completed. #CreatingValueForGenerations

We’re live! Today, UNOC has brought together suppliers and service providers for the UNOC Supplier Development Workshop, focused on creating a clearer path for Ugandan businesses to participate in opportunities across the petroleum value chain. Tune in and follow the conversation youtube.com/live/mNBXSPzRuI4…

One day to go! Join us online tomorrow for the UNOC Supplier Development Workshop as we connect local SMEs to upcoming opportunities across the petroleum sector. Thursday 24th September 2026 | Live on the UNOC YouTube channel youtube.com/@unoc_ug?si=BZqH…