EPISODE · Aug 10, 2026 · 9 MIN
The Nile's Power, Masese's People, and Jinja's Tensions
from Uganda Travel Podcast with Daniel Okello · host Daniel Okello
Daniel spends his third day in Jinja exploring the Nile's hydro-power story at the Nalubaale and Kiira dams, then visits the fishing community of Masese, and reflects on the town's industrial past and present challenges, including unpaid council workers and the Amber Court Farmers' Market dispute. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Uganda: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Uganda guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Uganda Travel Podcast with Daniel Okello. Daniel Okello is in Jinja, Uganda. Places in this episode: Nalubaale Dam, Kiira Power Station, Masese, The Hangout Jinja, Uganda Railway Museum, Kimaka, Main Street. Covered: Hydro-power infrastructure and history, Fishing community and livelihoods, Local news: council pay dispute, airfield market, Colonial and industrial history, Cost of living and food in Jinja, Rainy day experiences in town. Chapters:00:00 Kimaka00:26 Nalubaale Dam02:10 Masese03:56 The Hangout Jinja A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jinja #UgandaTravel #NileSource #NalubaaleDam #Masese #HydroPower #JinjaHistory #UgandaDiaries #RailwayMuseum #AfricanTravel #LakeVictoria #EastAfrica #RainyDay #StreetFood #HiddenUganda #OverlandAfrica https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/uganda/
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