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Parameter 4 of 9

Infrastructure Access

Reliable energy, transport and digital connectivity lower operating costs and connect businesses to suppliers, customers and markets.

Electricity connection
30–45 days
Kampala Expressway
On course
Malaba–Gulu railway rehabilitation
76%
Air clearance time
45–60 min
Internet penetration
50%
Uganda’s infrastructure network: a factory connected to electricity, the Kampala Expressway, the Malaba–Gulu railway, air cargo, Lake Victoria ports and internet connectivity.
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Indicators and standards

IndicatorBaseline / client service charter standardResponsible
Electricity connection time30–45 daysMEMD, UEDCL
RoadCompletion of the Kampala Expressway—
RailwayMalaba–Gulu railway rehabilitation (375 km): 76% complete (2026). SGR: stalled.MoWT, URC
AirClearance time 45–60 minCAA, MoWT
WaterUtilisation of Lake Victoria portsMoWT, Uganda Ports Authority
Internet penetration50%NITA-U, UCC