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Uganda Unveils Pearl Sweet Oil | Uganda News
Uganda just dropped its debut crude oil on the world stage—dubbed “Pearl Sweet”—a heavy, low-sulfur gem proudly branded as the “Pearl of Africa.” With just 1.2% sulfur and high wax content, it’s tailor-made for flexible refining and clean fuel production. The name wasn’t picked lightly: it went through technical scrutiny, stakeholder feedback, and even pronunciation tests before President Museveni gave the green light. This isn’t just about selling oil—it’s a strategic push to fuel national industrialization. The Kingfisher project is nearly done (98% complete) and will soon pump 40,000…
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