Ugandan Musician's Viral Video Exposes Electricity Woes

Power Outages Frustrate Ugandans: A Pass's Video Highlights Widespread Issue Kampala, Uganda – A recent video by Ugandan musician A Pass has brought renewed attention to the ongoing challenges with electricity supply in the country. The video, posted on June 9th, 2025, shows A Pass expressing his frustration with frequent power outages in his area. He uses animated facial expressions and gestures, making his message clear despite the video being mostly in Luganda. The video's popularity, with over 7000 views and hundreds of likes, underscores the widespread nature of the problem. "It's like this," A Pass says in the video, gesturing to illustrate the erratic electricity supply. His frustration is palpable, reflecting the sentiments of many Ugandans who rely on consistent power for daily life and work. A spokesperson for UEDCL, while not directly addressing A Pass's video, acknowledged that the company is working to improve electricity distribution across the country. They cited ongoing infrastructure projects and efforts to increase power generation capacity. However, many Ugandans remain skeptical, and A Pass's video serves as a powerful reminder of the continued challenges.