Road crashes increase by 3.7% in 2025, Ministry urges caution

Following an increase in road crashes in the country, the Ministry of Works and Transport has warned road users to be cautious while using the roads. Referencing the annual crime report released by the Uganda Police Force, road traffic crashes increased by 3.7% in 2025 compared to 2024. The number of serious crashes rose by 3.3%, from 13,134 in 2024 to 13,563 in 2025. Fatal crashes increased by 3.8%, from 4,434 in 2024 to 4,602 in 2025, while minor crashes rose by 4.5%, from 7,539 in 2024 to 7,879 in 2025. Works Ministry spokesperson Susan Kataike is urging motorists to be responsible on the road to address the issue.