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Uganda Names Its Crude Oil | Uganda News
Uganda is set to officially name its crude oil today, a pivotal moment marking its transition from discovery to global trade. President Museveni will unveil the name at the Kingfisher site, signaling the final step before commercial production. The oil—waxy, low-sulfur, and heavy—will travel 1,400 km via a nearly complete pipeline to Tanzania, requiring heating along the route. After years of delays and a $15 billion investment unlocked in 2022, first oil is now targeted for later this year, turning Uganda into a major player in Africa’s energy landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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