The Ministry of Gender , Labour and Social Development has recognised Vivo Energy Uganda among the safest workplaces in the country during the 2025 Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Awards.
The awards were presented at the national commemoration of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work at the Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI) in Namanve, Wakiso District.
This year’s event was held under the theme: “Revolutionizing Health and Safety: The Role of AI and Digitalization at Work.”
During the event, Vivo Energy was awarded best workplace in occupational safety and health in the private sector in the oil and gas category but also named second runner-up overall among all workplaces in Uganda.
The awards were presented by Betty Amongi, the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, who applauded organisations that continue to prioritise safety as a fundamental right and responsibility in the workplace.
“This recognition is a testament to our proactive safety culture and relentless drive to protect our employees, contractors, and communities,” said Kennedy Ggwanga, HSSEQ Manager at Vivo Energy Uganda, who received the awards on behalf of the company.
“Safety is not just a policy at Vivo Energy—it’s a core value. Our teams have worked tirelessly to maintain the highest standards, and this award affirms that commitment.”
Ggwanga emphasized the role of innovation in safety performance:
“We are constantly integrating smart tools and digital solutions to enhance hazard prevention, response, and continuous improvement across our operations.”
Joanita Mukasa Menya, Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda, welcomed the accolades as a reflection of the company’s ongoing investment in its people and processes.
“We are proud to be acknowledged among Uganda’s safest workplaces. This recognition reinforces our belief that every employee has a right to a safe working environment, and it encourages us to keep pushing the bar even higher,” Menya said.
Vivo Energy Uganda’s approach to health, safety, security, environment, and quality is anchored in its HSSEQ Vision and Goal Zero promise, ensuring no harm to people, assets, or the environment.
The company recognises the growing importance of AI, digital tools, and innovation in building safer, more resilient workplaces for the future.
As the safety landscape evolves, Vivo Energy Uganda remains committed to leading by example and advancing a culture of safety in Uganda’s energy sector and beyond.
