Government Cracks Down on UEDCL Management as Board Chairperson Is Dropped and Managing Director Sent on Forced Leave

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development has announced governance changes at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited following a review of the company’s management.

In a press statement issued on 2 May 2026, the ministry said the services of the board chairperson have been terminated, while the managing director has been placed on forced leave to allow a comprehensive review of the company’s management and operations.

To ensure continuity of service, shareholders have appointed an interim board chairperson. The board has also appointed an acting managing director to oversee operations during the transition period until the vacant positions are substantively filled.

The ministry said the measures are part of routine governance and oversight procedures aimed at strengthening institutional performance, accountability and service delivery within the energy sector.

According to Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, electricity supply and distribution services will continue uninterrupted during the review process.

ENDS 

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