Uganda-Tanzania pipeline deal faces legal challenges
In September, Tanzania and Uganda signed an agreement paving way for the construction of a crude oil pipeline running from the Ugandan oilfields to the Tanzanian port of Tanga. However, four non-governmental organizations have moved to the East African Court of Justice to block this move. Rama Omonya, Advocate and Political Analyst in Uganda joins CNBC Africa for more.
Tue, 01 Dec 2020 10:13:09 GMT
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- The NGOs have taken the matter to the East African Court of Justice, seeking to block the construction of the pipeline due to the lack of a social and environmental impact assessment as required by Ugandan law.
- The government of Uganda is yet to formally respond to the allegations, with concerns raised about possible delays in project financing and implementation.
- The legal challenge is based on the East African Treaty, with potential implications for the future of the pipeline project and the adherence to regulatory frameworks and international agreements.
The proposed construction of a crude oil pipeline from the Ugandan oilfields to the Tanzanian port of Tanga faces legal challenges as four non-governmental organizations have taken the matter to the East African Court of Justice. The agreement signed by Uganda, Tanzania, and Total ERP has come under scrutiny for moving forward with construction without conducting a social and environmental impact assessment required by Ugandan law. The NGOs are seeking to block the construction of the pipeline on the grounds of inadequate consultation, violation of human rights, and failure to comply with international standards. The government of Uganda is yet to respond formally to the allegations, but there are concerns about potential delays in the project's financing and implementation. The East African Treaty and protocols form the basis of the legal challenge, with the NGOs aiming to hold the governments and institutions involved accountable for their actions. The court proceedings are in their early stages, with the parties involved awaiting the formal serving of court papers. The outcome of the legal battle could impact the future of the pipeline project and raise questions about the adherence to regulatory frameworks and international agreements.
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