Electricity consumers along the Masaka Road corridor are expected to experience a more reliable and stable power supply following the commissioning of new integration power lines by the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL).

The newly commissioned infrastructure evacuates power from the Maya 220kV/132kV/33kV Substation, which was constructed by the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL). The new connection provides an alternative source of electricity to communities that have been depending on the overloaded Mutundwe Substation.

According to UEDCL, the development is expected to reduce the frequency and duration of power outages, strengthen the electricity distribution network, and improve customer satisfaction across the affected areas.

The improved power supply will benefit residents and businesses in Nsangi, Nabbingo, Namagoma, Nakitokolo, Kitemu, Maya, Nakirebe, Katende, Lungala, Mpigi, Mpambire, Kamengo, Butoolo Landing Site, Kampiringisa, Buwama, Nsamizi and Mitala Maria.

The first phase of the project involved the construction of 1.83 kilometres of 33kV overhead power lines and the installation of a 33kV air-break switch.

UEDCL said the second phase will integrate the Kakiri, Mityana and Kasanje feeders, further strengthening the electricity network and improving supply reliability in central Uganda.

The project is part of the government's ongoing investment in expanding and modernising Uganda's electricity infrastructure to support households, businesses and economic growth.