Tag: Karuma Bridge

The planned teachers strike sparks move to abolish sit down strikes

Arts teachers under the umbrella of Uganda Professional Humanity Teachers Union (UPHTU) Lango branch scheduled a sit down strike starting June 6 2025 over continued salary discrimination and un-fulfilled government promises. However, it is anticipated that the...

Fuel Price Hike Worries Ugandan Drivers and Daily Commuters

Oil & Gas

Earlier this week, Ugandans experienced a slight increase in fuel prices, sparking concern among vehicle-dependent workers such as taxi drivers, delivery personnel, and others. Many expressed worry that the price hike could significantly affect their daily...

Environment

Karuma and Ayago Bridges Reopen to Traffic Ahead of...

The Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) has announced that Karuma and Ayago Bridges along the Kampala–Gulu Highway will...

National News

Lango leaders decry loopholes in delayed Karuma bridge project

Local leaders from the Lango sub-region have expressed frustration over the delays in the Karuma Bridge rehabilitation project, saying...

National News

Karuma Bridge to Close for Expansion Joint Installation

The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced the installation of expansion joints on Karuma Bridge along the Kampala–Gulu...

National News

KARUMA: UNRA Asks Motorists to Adjust Travel Plans to...

The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has advised motorists traveling from Masindi Port and the Paraa-Murchison Falls National Park route to plan their journeys ahead of time so as to avoid delays on the road.

National News

Minister Katumba Wamala Announces Total Closure of Karuma Bridge...

In April 2024, Karuma Bridge was temporarily closed to heavy vehicles after an assessment established defects on its structures. The government has since contracted National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) and China Seventh Railway Group to repair the defects.

National News

Delay in Renovating Karuma Bridge raises Concern Among Legislators

A section of MPs has complained about the current state of the Karuma Bridge in addition to the poor state of roads and bridges in the northern part of Uganda.

National News