By The Respondents Reporter
Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa, is in Tanzania on an official visit to inspect the progress of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP).
Tanzania’s Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, told reporters that construction of the pipeline has reached 79% completion and is expected to be finalized by July 2026.
He said the project has so far created about 12,000 jobs for citizens of Tanzania and Uganda
Once completed, the pipeline will have the capacity to transport 246,000 barrels of crude oil per day, boosting export earnings and economic growth in both countries, Ndejembi said.
For her part, Dr. Nankabirwa commended President Samia Suluhu Hassan for Tanzania’s strong political commitment to the project, describing EACOP as a transformative initiative for East Africa.
The pipeline has already delivered tangible benefits and demonstrated the region’s ability to successfully implement large-scale strategic projects.
Minister Ndejembi noted that the project is also expected to play a key role in advancing regional energy cooperation and infrastructure development.
The 1,443-kilometre pipeline spans 296 kilometres in Uganda and 1,147 kilometres in Tanzania; having four pumping stations located in Tanzania and two in Uganda, designed to ensure efficient and safe transportation of crude oil to international markets