Energy Minister Ruth Ssentamu. Photo: Courtesy
The Government of Uganda has announced changes in the leadership of the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), including the removal of the Board Chairperson and the placement of the Managing Director on forced leave, in a move the Energy Ministry says is aimed at strengthening accountability and oversight.
Energy and Mineral Development Minister Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu said the electricity supply across the country remains stable despite the ongoing management changes at the state-owned utility.
“The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development wishes to inform the public and stakeholders that the Government has undertaken review of the Management at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL). In this regard, the services of the Chairperson of the Board have been terminated, and the Managing Director has been placed on forced leave to allow for a comprehensive review of the Company’s management and operations,” the statement read.
To avoid disruption in operations, the government has put in place interim leadership arrangements.
An Interim Board Chairperson has been appointed byshareholders, while the Board has named an Acting Managing Director to oversee the company during the transition period.
“To ensure continuity of operations and stability in service delivery, the Shareholders have appointed an Interim Board Chairperson. The Board has in turn appointed an Acting Managing Director to oversee the operations of UEDCL during this transition period. These interim arrangements will remain in place until the vacant positions are substantively filled,” the Ministry said.
The Energy Ministry maintained that the changes are part of standard governance procedures meant to improve efficiency and accountability within state institutions.
“The Ministry emphasizes that these actions are part of routine governance and oversight procedures aimed at strengthening institutional performance, accountability, and service delivery within the energy sector,” it noted.