Uganda OffGrid & Roadway Festival 2026 is set to open in five days, positioning itself as one of Uganda’s largest exhibitions focused on clean energy, electric mobility and innovation amid growing demand for sustainable technologies across the country.
The festival is expected to bring together energy companies, innovators, government agencies, development partners, investors, students and members of the public to explore emerging solutions in renewable energy and modern transportation.
Organizers say the event aims to increase public awareness about affordable clean energy systems and environmentally friendly transport technologies while also creating business and investment opportunities for entrepreneurs and exhibitors.
The exhibition will showcase a wide range of technologies including solar and off-grid power systems, electric motorcycles, bicycles and vehicles, clean cooking solutions, portable energy systems and innovation-driven transport technologies.
Visitors will also have access to live product demonstrations, innovation showcases, networking sessions and entertainment activities designed to attract both industry players and families.
The festival comes at a time when Uganda is witnessing rising interest in renewable energy and electric mobility as the country seeks to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, improve electricity access and promote climate-resilient development.
Industry experts say off-grid energy solutions are increasingly becoming important for households, schools, health centres and small businesses in areas where access to the national power grid remains limited or unreliable.
At the same time, electric mobility technologies are gradually gaining traction in Uganda’s transport sector as businesses and consumers look for lower fuel costs and cleaner transport alternatives.
The event is also expected to provide a platform for startups and local innovators to connect with investors, policymakers and technology partners interested in scaling sustainable energy and mobility solutions.
According to the organizers, the festival is intended not only as a technology exhibition but also as a business and knowledge-sharing platform that can accelerate adoption of green technologies and stimulate innovation-led economic growth.
The growing focus on clean energy and electric transport aligns with wider regional and global efforts to transition toward low-carbon economies amid increasing concerns over climate change, urban pollution and rising energy demand.
Uganda has in recent years expanded investments in renewable energy projects including solar mini-grids, off-grid electrification programmes and clean cooking initiatives aimed at improving energy access while protecting the environment.
Stakeholders believe events such as the Uganda OffGrid & Roadway Festival can help bridge awareness gaps, encourage public participation and strengthen partnerships between the private sector, government and development institutions working within the green economy.
Beyond technology and business, organizers say the festival will also create opportunities for students and young innovators to interact with industry leaders and gain exposure to emerging trends shaping the future of energy and mobility in Uganda.
