Regional efforts to advance the South Sudan–Uganda Power Interconnection Project (SUPIP) have gained renewed momentum following high-level technical engagements between the Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program Coordination Unit (NELSAP-CU), Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL), and Uganda’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD).
The meetings reviewed the implementation progress of the regional 400kV power interconnection project, including coordination on technical activities, project execution arrangements, and discussions on adjustments to sections of the transmission line alignment aimed at supporting smoother implementation.
The engagements reflected continued collaboration among the implementing institutions as the project advances into critical implementation phases.
Speaking during the meeting, Eng. Edward Baleke reaffirmed the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development’s commitment to ensuring the timely execution of the project.
“The Ministry remains committed to fast tracking this project to ensure it delivers on its intended purpose. We shall continue to provide all the necessary support required at Ministry level to facilitate effective implementation,” Baleke said.
Representing the Regional Coordinator of NELSAP-CU, Eng. Jacob Manyoun Deng, the Project Manager for Power at NELSAP-CU, emphasized the institution’s commitment to regional cooperation and coordinated implementation.
“NELSAP-CU remains fully committed to working closely with the Partner States, utilities, and stakeholders to ensure the project progresses smoothly and as planned,” he noted.
The South Sudan–Uganda Power Interconnection Project forms part of broader regional efforts to strengthen cross-border electricity connectivity under the Nile Basin Initiative framework.
Once completed, the project is expected to enhance regional power trade, improve electricity reliability, strengthen energy security, and expand access to electricity in both Uganda and South Sudan.
Officials say the project will also contribute to deeper regional integration by enabling more efficient sharing of energy resources across East Africa while supporting economic growth and industrial development in the region.
The continued technical engagements are expected to pave the way for smoother project execution as partner institutions work to address operational and infrastructure-related requirements ahead of full implementation.
