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Stay updated with the latest developments in Uganda’s energy and minerals sector. UCEM keeps you informed with industry news, key policy updates, and insights that impact our members and stakeholders. Join us at our flagship events, conferences, and networking forums, where industry leaders, policymakers, and investors connect to drive growth and innovation. From advocacy engagements to global summits, our events provide valuable opportunities for knowledge sharing and business expansion. Explore our latest news and upcoming events to stay connected with the industry’s progress.

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Africa Energy Week Opens in South Africa with a bang
Africa Energy Week Opens in So...

The 2022 edition of African Energy Week (AEW) 2022 officially kicked off with opening me...

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Your 90 questions answered to mark end of 2nd edition of 90Daysofoil campaign
Your 90 questions answered to ...

The second edition of the #90DaysofOil campaigns run by the Uganda Chamber of Mines and ...

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90 questions to end the #90DaysofOil campaign.
90 questions to end the #90Day...

The #90DaysofOil campaign comes to an end on 15th October with experts lined up to respo...

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Uganda invites investors to exploit the most sought green energy minerals
Uganda invites investors to ex...

Investing in intellectual assets, mineral exploitation while retaining in-country values...

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UCMP to sponsor lucky individuals to visit the Albertine Graben – Bunyoro Region
UCMP to sponsor lucky individu...

As part of the #90DaysOfOil campaign, the Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum (UCMP)...

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EU Parliament resolution to stop EACOP not in good faith.
EU Parliament resolution to st...

Even though the European Union (EU) parliament’s resolution to stop the construction o...

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Uganda parliament hits back at EU legislators, give a thumb-up to the country’s oil projects
Uganda parliament hits back at...

The European Union (EU) parliament is the latest to raise objections to Uganda and Tanza...

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Linking other sectors of the economy to oil and gas will generate an extra $8 billion
Linking other sectors of the e...

Linkages between Uganda’s oil and gas to other sectors of the economy are progressivel...

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Energy and Climate Change, an interconnected global challenge.
Energy and Climate Change, an ...

In 2015, countries around the world made a major stride – they agreed to reduce carbon...

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After securing govt licenses for oil blocks, now companies must secure another one-social license to operate in affected communities
After securing govt licenses f...

After securing govt licenses for oil blocks, now companies must secure another one-socia...

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EACOP PROJECT BRIEF – Hoima Office Launch
EACOP PROJECT BRIEF – Ho...

On the 12th of August , the East African  Crude Oil Pipeline  launched the fir...

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Training and Upskilling for oil and gas sector: how far is Uganda?
Training and Upskilling for oi...

The oil and gas Industrial Baseline Survey released by international oil companies place...

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Mineral Wealth Conference

Organized by the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development of the Government of Uganda and other stakeholders. This conference builds on the success of previous conferences, which have established Uganda and the whole region as a prime destination for mineral investment and exploration. Taking place on 24-25 September in Kampala City in Uganda, held under the theme: “Sustainable Mineral Development Through Collaboration, Innovation, and Green Transitions: Unlocking Potential for a Resilient Future.”

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