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 […]
ED – PAU Commends SLB for fostering women’s advancement in science and technology
Mr Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda, has commended SLB (formerly known as Schlumberger) for its efforts in advancing women in Science and Technology. This commendation came during a meeting with Mr Wallace Pescarini, the President of SLB Offshore Atlantic Basin, held at Petroleum House in Entebbe. Mr Pescarini, currently […]
Press freedom is key for good governance of oil and gas resources
By Grace Kenganzi The media plays a crucial role in ensuring that Uganda’s oil and gas resources are managed in the best way possible. The best way being that these resources create value for Uganda and its citizens while leaving the communities and environment as good as or better than it was before the development […]
End of tenure for second PAU Board of Directors
The four-year term of the second Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) Board of Directors has concluded, marking the end of their tenure steering the Authority mandated with overseeing the regulation and monitoring of Uganda’s petroleum sector. Chaired by Dr. Jane N. Mulemwa, the seven-member board committee was appointed on May 20, 2020, and today presented […]
PAU Welcomes New State Minister for Mineral Development
ENTEBBE, UGANDA. The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) today welcomed Hon. Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, the recently appointed State Minister for Mineral Development to its offices at the Petroleum House in Entebbe. “There is evidence of passion and dedication to deliver results from the staff I have met and this says a lot about the Authority’s leadership. […]