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Vendors Strike as Authorities Evict Taxi Operators from Balikyewuunya Roadside Market in Luweero

Vendors Strike as Authorities Evict Taxi Operators from Balikyewuunya Roadside Market in Luweero

Business ground to a halt in Luweero’s Balikyewuunya roadside market after vendors went on strike protesting the eviction of taxi operators, with traders warning that their livelihoods are at risk without customer traffic.Business came to a standstill at the busy Balikyewuunya roadside m

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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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Kananura Leads Campaign to Curb Rising Road Accidents Among Learners

Kananura Leads Campaign to Curb Rising Road Accidents Among Learners

The Traffic Police Spokesperson, SP Michael Kananura, has toured several schools in Luweero District as part of a nationwide campaign aimed at equipping students with road safety knowledge and promoting responsible behaviour among future road users.Kananura began his outreach at Luweero Bo

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Three Supporters Dead After Red Devo FC Fans’ Taxi Crashes on Kampala–Gulu Highway

Three Supporters Dead After Red Devo FC Fans’ Taxi Crashes on Kampala–Gulu Highway

A tragic road accident has claimed the lives of three supporters of Red Devo FC following their team’s heavy defeat in the Stanbic Uganda Cup Round of 16.On Friday night at Hamz Stadium in Kampala, Express FC delivered a dominant 4–0 victory over Red Devo FC, eliminating them from the

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Reckless Overtaking Suspected in Luweero Highway Crash That Killed Three

Reckless Overtaking Suspected in Luweero Highway Crash That Killed Three

A late-night collision between a taxi and a lorry along the Kampala–Gulu Highway in Luweero District has left three passengers dead and eight others injured, with police pointing to dangerous overtaking as a possible cause.Police in Luweero District are investigating a fatal road crash t

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Bus Driver, Conductor Die In Luwero Accident

Bus Driver, Conductor Die In Luwero Accident

A Real Bus company vehicle lost control and rammed into the rear of an Isuzu Hino truck on Sunday morning at around 4:00am in Kiwumpa village, Luwero town, along the Kampala–Gulu highway, killing the bus driver and conductor.A Real Bus company vehicle lost control and rammed into the rea

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Eight NUP Supporters Plead Guilty Over Luwero Riots

Eight NUP Supporters Plead Guilty Over Luwero Riots

Eight supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) have been convicted by the Luwero Grade One Magistrate Court for taking part in riots that rocked Luwero Town Council last month. The convicts are among 36 people arrested after protests erupted at around 7:00 pm on January 15, 2026, when secu

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: Minister Huda’s Military Escorts Killed in Bombo Accide

: Minister Huda’s Military Escorts Killed in Bombo Accide

According to the 2024 Annual Traffic Police Report, the country recorded over 23,000 road crashes, resulting in approximately 4,800 deaths and tens of thousands of injuriesNorbert MaoKAMPALA: Uganda’s Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has said he is safe

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Another accident leaves scores injured as Nile Star Bus overturns in Kiryandongo

Another accident leaves scores injured as Nile Star Bus overturns in Kiryandongo

Nile Star Bus (UBG 0196C) overturned in Alengo Village, Mutunda Sub-county, Kiryandongo District on Wednesday evening. Several passengers are said to have sustained injuries and were rushed to nearby clinics for treatment.Kiryandongo, Uganda: Several passengers were rushed to nearby health

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Iganga leaders fault campaign posters blocking road signs for increased carnage.

Iganga leaders fault campaign posters blocking road signs for increased carnage.

One of the roundabouts in Iganga town covered by campaign posters and banners . Politicians have warned that such practices are increasing road accidents and endangering motorists.Iganga, Uganda: Politicians in Iganga District have expressed growing concern over the increasing number of ro

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