National Supplier Database Upgraded to the Joint Qualification System
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) embarked on the upgrade of the National Supplier Database (NSD) into the Joint Qualification System (JQS). Entities registered on the NSD (Suppliers) are notified that the Petroleum Authority of Uganda has fully migrated the NSD data to the new JQS. The following new improvements will be seen by the […]
5th Annual National Content Conference to Showcase Uganda’s Oil and Gas Achievements Since FID
ENTEBBE, Wednesday, 20th November 2024 – The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), in partnership with the Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum (UCMP), will host the 5th Annual National Content Conference from 28th to 29th November 2024 at Speke Resort Munyonyo. Under the theme “Advancing National Content in the Oil and Gas Sector, Three Years […]
Fighting EACOP is a lost cause
By Ali Ssekatawa At the conclusion of Climate Summit Conference of Parties (COP) 28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in December 2023, member states committed to rapidly decarbonising their energy systems to keep global warming within the 1.5°C threshold. This requires accelerating the clean energy transition on both the demand and supply sides, ensuring that […]
Uganda receives first batch of line pipes for EACOP
KAMPALA – Monday 30th September 2024: Another milestone in the construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has been reached with the first delivery of nine trucks loaded with coated line pipes at Main Camp and Pipe Yard (MCPY) 4 in Kyotera District, Uganda. The coated line pipes will be transported to designated […]
Balancing oil development and conservation in Uganda’s Albertine Graben
By Ali Ssekatawa The discovery of commercial oil and gas reserves in Uganda’s pristine Albertine Graben presents both an opportunity and a challenge. This ecologically rich region, home to unique wildlife, natural habitats, and abundant water and fisheries resources, also boasts a number of protected areas in Uganda, including national parks, game reserves, forests, and […]
Kyambogo University to host 2nd Oil and Gas Skills Expo
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Kyambogo University and the Oil and Gas Trainer’s Association of Uganda (OGTAU) are set to host the second Oil and Gas Skills Expo on 22nd and 23rd August 2024, building on the success of last year’s inaugural event. The Expo, which will take place at the university’s CTF Grounds, […]
President Museveni appoints New PAU Board
ENTEBBE, THURSDAY, JULY 18TH, 2024: Ms Lynda Biribonwa, an environment, health, and safety specialist, has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), succeeding Ms Jane N. Mulemwa (PhD), whose second and final four-year term ended in May 2024. Following their successful vetting and approval by the Parliamentary […]
Statement on alleged “fight over totalenergies works in murchison falls national park (mfnp)”
KAMPALA – Monday, June 24th, 2024: An article titled “Fight over Total’s $4b oil works inside Murchison National Park,” published in the Daily Monitor on Friday, June 21, 2024 has been brought to the attention of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). The article suggests that there is a stand-off between the Regulator – PAU […]
Culture and oil and gas activities co-exist for social and economic transformation
By Grace Kenganzi The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) joins Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the coronation of His Royal Majesty Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I, the Omukama. The Authority recognises the importance of preserving culture as an avenue for social economic transformation. Culture is therefore a key aspect taken into consideration […]
