Tag: Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety

PLU Mobilizers Seek Support and Recognition from Party Leadership Amid Post-Election Grievances

Mobilizers of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) have called on the league’s top leadership to recognize and reward their efforts during the recently concluded presidential elections, in which their endorsed candidate, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni,...

NUP Calls on Religious, Cultural Leaders to Speak Out Against Human Rights Violations in Uganda

Politics

The National Unity Platform (NUP) leadership has urged religious leaders, cultural leaders, and all opinion leaders to raise their voices against human rights violations in Uganda, stressing that silence only emboldens the perpetrators. Addressing the press at...

National News

Uganda Records Second Year of Safer Festive Roads as...

The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has reported improved road safety during the 2025 festive season, with fewer...

National News

Traffic Police Roll Out Road Plan Ahead of CHAN...

As Uganda gears up to host the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 from August 2 to 29, the Directorate...

Crime

Deadly Crash on Ntungamo Highway Sparks Traffic Safety Concerns

A tragic road accident that claimed three lives and left six others injured on the Ntungamo-Mbarara highway has raised...

Security

Traffic Directorate Issues Road Safety Alert in Rainy Season

Traffic reports show that at least 12 people die daily in accidents during this rainy period, and as a result, authorities emphasize the need for motorists to exercise caution, maintain their vehicles, and avoid flooded areas.

Crime

Road Users Cautioned against Overspeeding during Festivities

Police will distribute road safety materials like flyers, blotches, and stickers; utilization of mass media, that is, radio, TV, and social media platforms; and also stakeholder engagements. We also intend to engage the region's leaders, local councils, school administrators, markets, and associations.

National News

Police Issues Safety Guidelines as Schools Open for Third...

The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has issued safety guidelines to manage the expected surge in traffic as schools reopen for the third term.

Security

Police to Release Unclaimed Boda Bodas, Other Motorcycles across...

Motorcycles involved in more serious crimes, such as robbery, murder, and accidents, will remain in police custody as they are still under investigation.

Security