Uganda, April 26 -- The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has commended Bujagali Energy Limited (BEL) in Buikwe district for upholding high operational standards and growth in the energy sector.

ERA Executive Director, Eng Ziria Wako, said operation at the power plant is aligned with the conditions set out in its operational licence.

"We are generally happy with the operations at this power plant, so I commend it for the good work done as per the agreement," Eng Wako said.

This was during ERA's annual inspection tour of the company to assess the standards of work and conditions at the plant.

According to Eng Wako, the plant was designed to operate at 96 percent annual output, but records show it is achieving up to 99 percent...