VOICED : Delays and shattered hopes: Uganda still waiting for oil riches

Uganda has the potential to become an African oil giant, but progress has been stalled due to bureaucratic delays, contract disputes, and lack of technical expertise. International oil firms are involved, but local communities have faced evictions, leading to legal challenges. Environmental concerns have been raised about the impact on protected areas. The government aims to start production in three years, but financial and legal hurdles remain.

What has been a major obstacle in Uganda's oil development despite the discovery over a decade ago?

• Lack of oil reserves

• Bureaucratic delays and contract disputes

• Technological advancements

• Insufficient demand for oil

What is one of the main reasons for the slow development of Uganda's oil industry?

• Lack of international interest

• Insufficient oil reserves

• High production costs

• Slow development of technical expertise and necessary laws

How many people were displaced to make way for the refinery and airport projects?

• 12000

• 10000

• 7000

• 5000

What is a significant environmental concern related to the oil projects in Uganda?

• Increased air pollution

• Noise pollution

• Destruction of biodiversity and protected areas

• Water scarcity

What legal action has been taken against the oil projects in Uganda?

• A protest by local communities

• A lawsuit filed in France by NGOs

• A ban on oil drilling by the Ugandan government

• An international embargo on Ugandan oil