[Independent (Kampala)] For a long time, petroleum (oil and gas) host districts have been clamoring for budget allocation to participate in oil activities as provided for under the petroleum policy. In spite of the loud cry, the 2025/2026 budget did not capture a vote for petroleum-related activities. Petroleum (oil and gas) development is currently regarded as Uganda's fastest-growing sector. The government participates in this process through the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), which was incorporated in 2015 as the