TOTALENERGIES EP UGANDA LAUNCHES FREE MASSIVE OPEN ONLINE COURSE TO IDENTIFY, TRAIN AND RECRUIT OVER 120 UGANDANS FOR THE TILENGA PROJECT

Kampala, Uganda, January 10, 2022 - TotalEnergies EP Uganda has today launched a free online program dubbed the Tilenga MOOC (Tilenga Massive Open Online Course) as part of its commitment to National Content Development in Uganda. The program is aimed at identifying, recruiting, training and developing 120 - 150 talented Ugandans to be able to participate in the country's Oil and Gas sector. 

The successful beneficiaries will be trained over the 2.5 years to become production operators, maintenance, and inspection technicians for the Tilenga project. The training will be undertaken in partnership with the Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK) followed by international training exposure at a TotalEnergies producing site.

Scheduled to start on January 10th, 2022, the Tilenga MOOC will run for 9 weeks. Students have 3 weeks after the platform is launched in which to enrol for the course. Registration will be open from January 10th, 2022 to January 31st, 2022 on www.tilengamooc.com

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Speaking during the Tilenga MOOC launch event at the Kampala Serena Hotel, Mr. Philippe Groueix, General Manager, TotalEnergies EP Uganda revealed that through the Tilenga Project, the company aims at enhancing the competences and capacities of Ugandan companies, Ugandan citizens and registered entities in oil and gas activities to encourage local participation.

“As a truly Ugandan company, our national content strategy is aimed at maximizing the use of Ugandan expertise, goods and services. The Tilenga MOOC is one of such initiatives that will enhance the skills and knowledge of young talented Ugandans interested in participating in the oil and gas sector,” Mr. Groueix said.

He also revealed that the program is part of TotalEnergies EP Uganda’s National Content Strategy and initiatives which will be highlighted in the truly Ugandan campaign to be launched soon by the company.

The Tilenga MOOC is open to all Ugandans between the ages of 18 – 28 years with emphasis on people living within Tilenga Project areas. An A ‘level (Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education) is the minimum education level requirement. Participants should also have a valid email address.

While speaking at the launch, Ms Peninah Aheebwa, the Director Technical Support Services, Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), commended TotalEnergies EP for starting the Tilenga MOOC program because it fits within the overall national content strategy which is designed to promote the participation of Ugandans and Ugandan companies in the oil and gas sector. “The Authority supports programs that are designed to empower Ugandans to benefit from the opportunities in Uganda’s the oil and gas sector, by giving them the right knowledge and skillset. I thank TotalEnergies for this commendable skilling initiative and urge all Ugandans who meet the criteria for this program and are interested in being part of the transformation of Uganda’s oil and gas industry to embrace it.”

Speaking at the launch on behalf of the Chairperson Governing Council, Uganda Petroleum Institute-Kigumba, Mr Eric Olanya said, “We are pleased to be partnering with TotalEnergies through an MoU signed today to facilitate the delivery of quality training to these future technicians that will work on the incredible project. This is an exciting opportunity for Uganda Petroleum Institute-Kigumba, the young people and the country as a whole.  The project offers a unique value proposition in all aspects but more importantly, in the provision of specialized training and employment of our citizens.”

BENEFITS OF UNDERTAKING THE TILENGA MOOC

Mr. Groueix added that participants will benefit from technical, scientific, and mathematical knowledge. Participants who successfully complete the MOOC will receive a certificate of completion.

In addition, successful participants will form a pool of young Ugandans with potential to be selected for opportunities in the Tilenga project.

Besides career and skills benefits, participants will also receive intensive training on Health, Safety and Environment.

‘Due to the highly risky and technical nature of the industry, Health, Safety and Environment are priorities for TotalEnergies and key aspects of the Tilenga project. The safety of our employees, contractors and communities is of paramount importance to the Company.’ he said.

Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Tilenga MOOC will be a great way of sharing knowledge on the Tilenga project with a large audience of potential members of the workforce while adhering to the Ministry of Health Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This is because all classes will be accessed online without a need for physical engagement.

 

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About the Tilenga Project

The Tilenga project operated by TotalEnergies EP Uganda on behalf of the Government of Uganda comprises of Contract Area 1 and License Area 2 North. The Tilenga project will produce 230,000 barrels of oil at plateau from the 6 fields of Ngiri, Jobi Rii, Gunya Fields in Contract Area 1 and Mputa-Nzizi-Waraga, Kasemene-Wahrindi, Kigogole-Ngara, Nsoga and Ngege fields in License Area 2. Over 400 wells will be constructed on 31 well pads for the production of these resources in order to minimize the project footprint. The project targets to start oil production in early 2025.

TotalEnergies EP Uganda is committed to undertaking the Tilenga project in accordance with national regulations, the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and with the IFC Performance Standards.

About TotalEnergies EP Uganda

TotalEnergies has been present in Uganda since 1955 through its marketing operations and has more than 200 stations countrywide. TotalEnergies EP Uganda is an upstream affiliate which is leading the development activities towards production in the Tilenga project area - Contract Area 1 and License Area 2 North within the Albertine Region.

About TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies is a global multi-energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, cleaner, more reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT;

TotalEnergies EP Uganda

Anita Kayongo/ Corporate Communications Manager / +256794888109 / [email protected]

Linda Nabirye/ External Communications Coordinator / +256794888160 / [email protected]

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