Uganda Greenlights 100 MW Solar Plant With 250 MWh Battery Storage in Kapeeka
The Government of Uganda has approved the construction of a 100-megawatt solar photovoltaic plant with a 250 MWh battery energy storage system in Kapeeka.
The project will be developed by U.S.-based Energy America, with its East Africa subsidiary, EA Astrovolt, serving as the lead developer and execution partner.
EA Astrovolt will oversee project development, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and long-term system performance.
The facility will feature high-efficiency solar modules designed for tropical conditions, a scalable battery architecture for flexible capacity, centralized monitoring, and full grid integration capabilities.
Under the directive, EA Astrovolt will carry out a feasibility study, while the Electricity Regulatory Authority will determine the tariff.
A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) will be negotiated with Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited.
Phase I of the Kapeeka project is expected to serve as a foundation for future renewable energy expansion, with Uganda targeting more than 1 GW of solar and storage capacity nationwide.
Financing is anticipated to involve the U.S. EXIM Bank and the International Development Finance Corporation.
The directive, issued under Section 16 of the Electricity Act, aligns with Uganda’s Vision 2040 economic plan and the National Energy Policy 2023, both of which aim to ensure universal access to affordable and reliable electricity.
Energy Minister Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu said the project would bring advanced clean energy technology to Uganda, create jobs, enhance workforce skills, and strengthen grid resilience.
