Eyewitnesses linked the fatal accident to reckless driving. The Kampala-Masaka road has been the scene of several crashes in recent years, with poor driving practices and disregard for traffic regulations contributing to the high number of fatalities.
The Uganda Police Traffic and Road Safety Directorate report indicates that from July 7–13, 2024, 81 people died and 301 sustained injuries in road accidents resulting from careless overtaking and overspeeding.