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Author: Nicole Foundation Administrator

Uganda Moves to Modernise Traffic Control and Road Safety

Kampala’s bustling streets, long known for congestion and chaos, are undergoing a quiet transformation as government agencies and development partners step up efforts to improve traffic management and road safety.

At the heart of these reforms is the collaboration between the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Uganda Police, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). JICA, Japan’s government agency for development assistance, has been instrumental in providing technical support and infrastructure funding.

Read more on The NilePost website.

Road safety and traffic accidents: Global statistics

There is no doubt that transportation is vital to global economic and social development but at the same time, if not properly managed, it can have a high human and economic cost.

The monetary impact of road traffic accidents, which includes the costs associated with road injuries such as medical expenses, lost productivity, and emergency response, is enormous – between 2015 and 2030, injuries resulting from road accidents are likely to cost the global economy US$1.8 trillion.

Which countries and regions are prone to the most road traffic accidents? Which type of vehicle is the most dangerous? How are countries addressing road traffic issues? Read our most recent article on this topic to learn the answers to these questions.

Read more on The Developmentaid website.

Two killed, several injured in Kasese road crash

A devastating road accident that occurred on Thursday afternoon at Muhokya Town along the Kasese-Mbarara highway, claimed the lives of two people, according to police.

The incident that involved a Toyota Hiace minibus and a Mitsubishi Pajero, also left several others injured.

According to Rwenzori East Regional Police Spokesperson, SP Nelson Tumushime, the Toyota Hiace was traveling from Kasese to Mbarara when the driver attempted to overtake a stationary vehicle, resulting in a head-on collision with the Mitsubishi Pajero coming from the opposite direction.

Read more on The Monitor website.

New Traffic Regulations: How we ended up here

The Automated Express Penalty System (AutoEPS), which has thrown many road users into disarray, is part of the ongoing implementation of the Intelligence Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), a government initiative being implemented by a Russian security firm, M/s Joint Stock Company Global Security (JSCGS)

Lawmakers, in May 2023, approved the recommendations of two House committees on Internal Affairs and Defence, as well as that of Physical Infrastructure, after poring over findings of investigations into the implementation of ITMS by JSCGS. It is ITMS, whose implementation the government says is aimed at creating a safe road environment, which birthed the AutoEPS that has since affected motorists, leading to unrest.

Read more on The Monitor website.

MPs demand Government Action on Roads and Road Safety amid Accidents

The country’s poor state of road infrastructure and rising fatalities dominated the plenary sitting in Parliament, with MPs demanding urgent action from government to address funding gaps, stalled road works and worsening road safety conditions.

During plenary on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, led the call for a more proactive and comprehensive approach to both road maintenance and safety, following a series of tragic road accidents including one along the Hoima–Buliisa Road in Kigorobya on Tuesday night that claimed the lives of at least 20 traders and left others injured.

“As we strive to improve the state of roads, we should also emphasise road safety,” said Among.

Read more on The Parliament of Uganda's website.

Celebrating A Remarkable Life

The Nicole Foundation joins the family and friends of Mrs. Efulansi Nalubega Kentoro Rubondo, to celebrate the incredible milestone of her 95th Birthday.

Mrs. Rubondo, who happens to be grandmother to the late Nicole Blessing Ahumuza Rubondo is an icon and inspiration to many going by the qualities which have been the foundation of her life, the way she raised her family and her relations with people. Her unwavering commitment to instilling values of hard work, respect, generosity, and the fear of God has left an indelible mark on every life you've touched.

This 95th birthday celebration brings fresh strength, resilience and inspiration to the Foundation, especially as it honours the memory of her beloved grandchild, Nicole Blessing Ahumuza Rubondo, whose legacy lives on through our shared commitment to road safety.

As you continue to impact lives with your grace and guidance, we pray for your long life, good health, and continued joy in seeing the fruits of your labour flourish.

With love, honour, and gratitude,

The Nicole Foundation

Lives on the line: 13 pedestrians perish daily in accidents

Lives on the line: 13 pedestrians perish daily in accidents

In Uganda, the road has become a place of peril, not of passage. With an alarming surge in traffic accidents, pedestrians— often the most vulnerable road users—are paying the ultimate price.

The country is facing a road safety crisis that cuts across class, profession, and location, sparing no one: drivers, passengers, cyclists, and especially those on foot. According to Uganda Police Force statistics, an average of 13 pedestrians die every day in road crashes.

In total, over 1,675 pedestrians lost their lives in 2023 alone. That figure, already staggering, has grown even higher in 2024. Kampala, Uganda’s capital city, has become ground zero for the nation’s traffic woes. Here, the chaos is as common as the morning sun.

Read more on The Observer website.

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