Diversifying Uganda's electricity sector is absolutely essential. An energy mix plays a central role in improving energy security and ensuring a reliable supply of electricity. An overdependence leaves a nation vulnerable to supply disruptions, price volatility, and geopolitical instability.
Both grid and off-grid connections account for 42% of access to electricity in Uganda. The term grid connection refers to access to power through the national electricity grid. The Uganda National Household Survey 2019/2020 states that the Ugandan electricity grid reaches 18.9 % of Ugandans, mainly in urban areas.
As describes in a prior blog article, the per capita electricity consumption in Uganda was only 75 kWh/a in 2019, while in Germany it is 6787 kWh/a. Notably, Uganda's power sector is primarily driven by renewable energy sources, accounting for an impressive 98% of electricity generation.
The Uganda National Household Survey 2019/2020 states that the Ugandan electricity grid reaches 18.9 % of Ugandans, mainly in urban areas. Off-grid access describes alternatives to the national grid, such as Solar Home Systems, Mini grid systems, or smaller power-generating devices.
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