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Gov’t urged to reduce digital EPS fines, align speed limits

Gov’t urged to reduce digital EPS fines, align speed limits

A consultative meeting in Arua, featuring motorists, Ministry of Works and Transport and Uganda Police Force, Wednesday.Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Works and Transport has said the rollout of the Automated Express Penalty System (EPS) and the Fine Issuance System for errant mot

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Road Crashes in Uganda Rise in 2025 as Fatalities Increase — Police Report

Road Crashes in Uganda Rise in 2025 as Fatalities Increase — Police Report

Uganda registered 4,602 fatal road crashes in 2025, reflecting a 3.8% increase compared to 2024, according to the annual crime report released by the Uganda Police Force.The Public Relations Officer and Liaison Officer for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, Michael Kananura, noted

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Four Killed as Sugarcane Truck Overturns Onto Motorcycle on Kamuli–Namasagali Road

Four Killed as Sugarcane Truck Overturns Onto Motorcycle on Kamuli–Namasagali Road

At least four people have died in a road crash after a sugarcane-laden truck overturned onto a motorcycle along the Kamuli–Namasagali Road.The accident occurred at Bulunda Village and involved a Fuso Fighter truck, registration number UAM 983F, and a Bajaj Boxer motorcycle, registration

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Katakwi DHO Ichumar Omeke killed in night road crash

Katakwi DHO Ichumar Omeke killed in night road crash

The fatal crash occurred on Tuesday night, April 7, 2026, at around 10:00pm as Dr Ichumar was driving back to his home in Soroti City after a day’s work at Katakwi District Local Government.The late Katakwi District Health Officer, Dr Simon Ichumar Omeke (Inset), who died in a road crash

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Speeding Car Kills Grandfather, Granddaughter in Kalungu

Speeding Car Kills Grandfather, Granddaughter in Kalungu

Traffic police officers at the sceneA road accident on Easter Sunday claimed the lives of a 56-year-old man and his granddaughter, leaving three other children critically injured in Kalungu District.The deceased have been identified as Hassan Kiweewa, a resident of Bisanje in Bukul

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KENYA: KPA Boss, William Ruto Hospitalised After Accident, Daughter Dies in Taita Taveta

KENYA: KPA Boss, William Ruto Hospitalised After Accident, Daughter Dies in Taita Taveta

KPA Managing Director, William Ruto speaking to the Media on 18th March, 2026WORLDKenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto has been hospitalised after he and his family were involved in an accident around Taita Taveta on Friday, April 3.The accident, confirmed by

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Police speak on death of Gen Kyaligonza’s son in fatal crash

Police speak on death of Gen Kyaligonza’s son in fatal crash

Police have confirmed the death of Kikuube District LC5 chairperson, Peter Banura, following a fatal road crash in the Albertine region.Addressing the incident, Police PRO ACP Kituuma Rusoke said: “Police in the Albertine South Region are investigating a fatal road traffic crash involvin

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Museveni invites Azerbaijan president for swearing-in ceremony

Museveni invites Azerbaijan president for swearing-in ceremony

Azerbaijan said it will send a joint business delegation to Uganda later in 2026, with dates to be agreed through diplomatic channels.President Yoweri Museveni has invited his Azerbaijan counterpart to attend his swearing-in ceremony, as Kampala moves to strengthen diplomatic and economic

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Kikuube LC5 boss had stopped to greet residents when speeding taxi rammed into him

Kikuube LC5 boss had stopped to greet residents when speeding taxi rammed into him

Kikuube LC5 Chairperson Peter Banura has died in a fatal road accident along Hoima–Kagadi road, with multiple casualties reported.Kikuube LC5 Chairperson Peter Banura has died in a fatal road crash on Hoima-Kagadi road on Saturday evening (Photo/Courtesy)Kikuube, Uganda: Kikuube D

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Traffic Police Warns Ugandan Motorists On Reckless Driving During Easter Festivities

Traffic Police Warns Ugandan Motorists On Reckless Driving During Easter Festivities

The Directorate of Traffic & Road Safety is reminding all Ugandans to stay safe as Easter approaches, a season of celebration, family gatherings, and travel. While this time brings joy and reflection, it is also one of the busiest periods on our roads. With increased traffic comes a higher ri

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