The Tilenga Human Rights Report shows that TotalEnergies EP Uganda reached 47,000 people in the Albertine region with road safety messages in 2024. The report, launched under the theme “Human Rights and the Communities,” highlights how the company is turning its human rights promises into community action. It was developed with input from civil society, the Uganda Wildlife Authority, and local NGOs.
According to the Tilenga Human Rights Report, the company made progress in areas like land acquisition, women’s rights, safety, and cultural preservation. By December 2024, TotalEnergies had completed 99 percent of the land acquisition for the Tilenga oil project in Buliisa and Nwoya districts. The company digitised its grievance system and made it available in several local languages to improve access and transparency.
TotalEnergies also took steps to improve safety and accountability. It trained 1,700 security personnel on human rights and held 451 road safety sessions in local communities. These efforts aim to reduce risks as oil development continues in the region.
The company also supported women’s empowerment. In Ngwedo Sub-county, 125 women received training in tailoring, catering, and financial literacy. Each woman also received a startup kit to help build a small business. This initiative aims to promote financial independence and practical skills among women affected by the project.
The report also covered cultural heritage protection. In 2024, the company worked with community leaders to relocate 180 graves and 12 shrines. There were no recorded complaints, which TotalEnergies described as proof of a respectful and inclusive process.
During the report launch, Mr Philippe Groueix, TotalEnergies’ general manager in Uganda, said the report shows how the company meets its promises. He noted that TotalEnergies follows international standards from the International Finance Corporation to ensure fair land compensation and community involvement.
The company also addressed environmental concerns, especially in Murchison Falls National Park. It reported ongoing actions to avoid, reduce, and offset environmental impact. These measures are based on its 2022 Human Rights Impact Assessment, which still guides current projects.
To help communities understand their rights, TotalEnergies translated key materials into Alur, Lugungu, Runyoro, and Acholi. It responded to 18 written complaints and held 58 community sessions to explain how the updated grievance system works.
The Tilenga Human Rights Report presents TotalEnergies as a company working to balance energy production with community care and environmental protection. It demonstrates how oil operations in Uganda can include human rights, safety, and inclusion at every stage.