Ericana Bwambale, the KIL Chairman of the Board of Governors, acknowledged the increasing power demands in the western region and stated that the company is now exploring opportunities in solar energy generation, which they intend to supply to both government and private consumers.
The order signed by Justice Wilson Masalu Musene, a copy of which URN has obtained, was based on an application filed by Sausi arguing that he was unfairly blocked from seeking re-election as a member of the board of directors.
According to Gideon Thembo Mujungu, the Chief Executive Officer Kilembe Investments Limited, the power company that is implementing the policy in Kasese, Rubirizi and Sheema districts, there has been overwhelming demand for power under the free connection policy.Mujungu says a total of 200 power consumers have been connected especially in the sub-counties of Ihandiro, Nyakatonzi, Karusandara and Kitholhu.
KIL is a local energy company that is responsible for distribution of electricity in most parts of Kasese, Rubirizi and Sheema districts. However, a section of consumers in Kasese argue that the power distributor has failed to address load shedding in various parts of the district.
The policy launched by Vice President, Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi comes amidst concern about low electricity access despite increased power generation in the country.
