The Government of Uganda, in collaboration with development partners, has unveiled a €13.1 million (UGX 52 billion) project to construct 9 mini-hydropower plants with a combined capacity of 6.7MW, along with a 288km local distribution network. The ORIO mini-hydro power project is set to connect up to 71,081 households and 2,300 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the target areas, significantly bolstering Uganda’s energy access and economic development. For such updates, follow Government Citizen Interact!