MBALE, UGANDA— In a major step towards universal energy access, the Mbale District Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Mr Bayole Stanley has officially welcomed the Electricity Access Scale-up Project (EASP). Supported by funding from the World Bank, the project aims to bridge the energy gap for households, commercial enterprises, industrial parks, and public institutions across the country.
Universal Connectivity for the "Last Person"
During a stakeholder meeting held at the Maluku Board Room, Madam Acham Dorothy, representing the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, outlined the project's primary mission: ensuring that even the most vulnerable citizens are not left behind.
Eligible households that previously could not afford electricity will be connected to the grid at no cost, each household will receive a basic installation consisting of one light bulb, one switch, and one socket for domestic use and implementation is scheduled to commence in the next financial year 2026/2027.
To ensure the project remains transparent and socially responsible, the Ministry is establishing.
District Grievance Redress Committees. This is a core component of the project’s Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) and the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP). These committees will serve as a formal channel for residents to voice concerns or resolve disputes arising during the implementation phase.
The RDC of Mbale expressed strong enthusiasm for the initiative, noting its potential to transform the local economy and improve living standards.
"I welcome this project to Mbale and promise my full support from today until the very last beneficiary in this district receives power," the RDC affirmed.
The meeting was a high-level coordination effort, attended by key district officials including The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), District Natural Resources Officer, District Agricultural Officer, District Labour Officer, District Community Development Officer and among other district officials.
With Mbale officially confirmed among the 130 districts set to benefit, the project stands as a cornerstone of the Government of Uganda's commitment to modernizing infrastructure and driving rural development.
By Herbert Brown
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