Case Study

Bujagali: A Hydropower Plant Supports Working Mothers to Retain More Women in its Workforce

May 29, 2023


Bujagali Energy Limited, is a hydropower plant in Uganda that is working to support working mothers and increase the representation of women in its workforce. Bujagali implemented family-friendly policies such as maternity leave, childcare support, and flexible work arrangements to address the challenges faced by working mothers. As a result, the company saw an increase in the number of women in its workforce and in managerial positions. Bujagali plans to further improve its family-friendly policies by investing in an on-site daycare facility and a lactation room. These policies are having a positive impact on attracting, retaining, and promoting female talent. (Summary partially generated by AI).