Tag: Motorists

Updates: Vatican Honors Pope Francis ‘modest burial’ request, funeral set for Saturday

The Vatican has outlined the late pontiff’s burial arrangements, following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday at age 88, which emphasize simplicity and reflect his lifelong devotion to humility. The funeral, scheduled for Saturday, April...

Jinja: Father, traditional healer held over disappearance of 13-year-old child

Crime

Police in Jinja district have arrested a father and a well-known traditional healer in connection with the mysterious disappearance of a 13-year-old Hassan Nabikamba. The suspects (whose names remain withheld) are being detained at Jinja police station...

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.

Tourism

Speeding Truck Kills Elephant in Murchison Falls National Park

UWA established guidelines for motorists, allowing entry into the park until 6 PM daily, with strict speed limits enforced to protect wildlife and ensure visitor safety.

Crime

Two Perish in Grisly Rubaga Road Crash

The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety urged all motorists to adhere to speed limits, particularly in urban areas, and ensure their vehicles are well-maintained to prevent further accidents and fatalities from happening.

Science

Traffic Police Emphasizes Collective Responsibility to Curb Road Fatalities...

Children who attend school are particularly susceptible to accidents when traveling on the roads; therefore, there is a need to make sure they do so securely by taking good transportation and walking in groups.

Crime

Negligent Truck Driver Knocks Teenager Dead on Kalangala Ferry;...

It is crucial for local government and transport authorities to implement stricter regulations and enforce penalties for dangerous driving behaviors because the community's safety depends on a collective effort to mitigate such incidents.

Crime

Dozens Arrested in March to Parliament Protests

The protesters had seven key demands, among them being the resignation of Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, the resignation of the four back bencher commissioners, reducing the number of Members of Parliament (MPs), and reducing the MPs' salaries and allowances to Ugx 3 million, among others.

Security