Uganda OffGrid & Roadway Festival 2026 is set to bring together players in Uganda’s renewable energy and transport sectors as the country pushes for expanded access to off-grid power solutions and modern roadway technologies.
The three-day festival, scheduled for May 29 to 31 at the Jinja Showgrounds, will showcase innovations in solar energy, lithium battery storage, portable power systems, roadway technologies and community-based energy solutions aimed at accelerating sustainable development.
Organized by Go Uganda Events, the festival is expected to attract energy companies, technology providers, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and local communities interested in clean energy alternatives and infrastructure innovation.
Promotional material released by the organizers indicates that the event will feature off-grid energy solutions, roadway technology exhibitions, business networking sessions and raffle draws aimed at increasing public engagement with renewable energy products.
Speaking ahead of the event, Muwanika Benjamin, the Cordinator Go Uganda Events, the organizers of Uganda OffGrid & Roadway Festival 2026, said the festival is intended to create a platform that connects innovators, businesses and communities seeking affordable and reliable energy solutions.
“We want to bring together all players in the off-grid and roadway sectors to showcase technologies that can transform communities, improve access to clean energy and support sustainable economic growth,” Muwanika said.
He noted that many Ugandan households and small businesses continue to face challenges related to unreliable electricity access and high energy costs, making off-grid technologies increasingly important for economic productivity and household welfare.
The festival will also highlight the growing role of solar-powered systems, rechargeable lithium batteries and portable energy units in supporting rural electrification, small enterprises and climate-resilient development.
Uganda has in recent years witnessed rising investment in renewable energy, particularly solar technologies, as government and private sector actors seek to expand electricity access beyond the national grid.
Industry players say off-grid energy solutions are becoming critical for powering homes, schools, health centres and businesses in remote areas where grid connectivity remains limited or expensive.
The event’s roadway technology segment is also expected to spotlight innovations aimed at improving road safety, transport efficiency and infrastructure development, sectors viewed as essential to Uganda’s industrialisation and regional trade ambitions.
According to the organizers, the festival will combine exhibitions with networking opportunities to encourage partnerships between innovators, investors and consumers interested in sustainable technologies.
Muwanika said the event is also designed to raise public awareness about the economic and environmental benefits of clean energy adoption.
“Through this festival, we are promoting innovation, business growth and community empowerment while contributing to the broader goal of building a sustainable Uganda,” he added.
The festival comes at a time when Uganda and other East African countries are intensifying efforts to transition toward cleaner energy systems amid growing concerns over climate change, energy affordability and increasing demand for electricity driven by urbanisation and industrial expansion.
Organizers say the event will remain open to both industry stakeholders and members of the public, with ticket access available through digital platforms promoted on the festival’s official communication channels.
