Uganda Urged to Accelerate Community Compensation for Nuclear Energy Projects

Leaders in Uganda are pressing the government to expedite compensation for communities affected by planned nuclear power projects. Delays threaten the timeline for generating nuclear energy by 2031. Four potential sites have been identified, targeting a combined capacity of over 24,000 megawatts. Advocates emphasize the need for transparency and public education on nuclear energy benefits to mitigate misconceptions.

Published Mar 22, 2026

Uganda's government faces pressure to fast-track compensation for communities impacted by planned nuclear power projects, with a target to generate nuclear energy by 2031. Four sites have been identified in Buyende, Nakasongola, Kiruhura, and Lamwo Districts, with a projected capacity exceeding 24,000 megawatts.

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Delays in compensation are disrupting livelihoods and causing uncertainty. Leaders call for transparency and education to combat misconceptions about nuclear energy, advocating for local job prioritization in the nuclear program. The initiative is part of Uganda's Vision 2040 strategy, aiming for over 52,000 megawatts of total electricity generation capacity.