Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, unveiled the country’s first public electric vehicle (EV) charging station on Wednesday evening. Located at Amber House along Kampala Road, the state-of-the-art facility marks the launch of a pilot project aimed at accelerating electric mobility, reducing carbon emissions, and signaling Uganda’s commitment to a greener future.
The newly inaugurated station, equipped with two high-powered 160KW DC fast chargers, is designed to make EV adoption “more accessible, convenient, and practical for businesses and individuals alike.” DC fast chargers, which can replenish an EV battery to 80% capacity in under 30 minutes, represent a critical step in addressing “range anxiety” — a common barrier to EV uptake. By prioritizing efficiency and affordability, the government hopes to encourage a shift away from fossil fuel-dependent transport, which accounts for a significant portion of Uganda’s carbon emissions.
Some of the photos taken during the launch
