Okulacere Small Hydropower Project

The Okulacere Small Hydropower Project involves the development of a 7.26MW run-of-river hydropower plant along the Anyau River in Yumbe District, West Nile region. The project is designed to harness available water discharge through a 3km water conveyance system from the dam to the forebay, after which water will be channeled via steel penstocks to the powerhouse. The plant will operate using two Francis turbines, each rated at 3.63MW, generating a total installed capacity of about 7.26MW and annual energy production of 24.7 GWh.

Power generated will be transmitted via a 33kV double circuit line to the Arua substation. The project aims to provide reliable, clean energy to underserved communities, contributing to rural electrification and Uganda’s green development goals.

Project Location:

Along Anyau River, Yumbe District, Uganda

Lead Agency/ Project Promoter:

Uganda Investment Authority

Contact

Uganda Investment Authority
Name: Sarah Nassimbwa
Email: snassimbwa@ugandainvest.go.ug
Tel: +256 414 301 000

Current Status/ Stage of Project:

Greenfield

Actions Required/ Implementation Arrangements/ Contract Type:

Public-Private Partnership arrangement involving equity and debt financing. Requires detailed environmental and social impact assessment, project structuring, financing and construction

Availability of Pre-feasibility Studies, Feasibility Studies, and other Studies:

Feasibility study completed with support from the French Development Agency (AFD) and conducted by Tractebel. Environmental and social impact study pending

Estimated Cost of the Project:

USD 36 million

Investment Required

Equity and Debt Financing

Project Financial Position:

Strong potential due to increasing energy demand, government support for renewable energy, and opportunities for rural electrification

Period of Implementation:

Medium-term (development and construction phase)

Remarks:

The project presents a viable renewable energy investment opportunity in Uganda’s West Nile region, leveraging sustainable hydropower technology. It supports national electrification goals and offers long-term environmental and socio-economic benefits.