national 1 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Minister Nabakooba Escapes Major Harm in Fatal Road Accident Near Mpigi
Uganda's Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, and her driver suffered minor injuries after their vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian at Kibukuta swamp in Mpigi District. The incident occurred while they were en route to a land title handover event in Rwampara. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/minister-nabakooba-survives-road-crash-one-dead-5410124
On Wednesday morning, Minister Judith Nabakooba was involved in a tragic road crash in Mpigi District. Her car hit a pedestrian at Kibukuta swamp, resulting in the pedestrian’s death.
The minister and her driver sustained only minor injuries. They were quickly taken to Nkozi Hospital for treatment and counseling.
Nabakooba was traveling with her team to Rwampara District for an official ceremony to distribute land titles.
This accident highlights Uganda’s rising road safety concerns. The latest police crime report for 2025 noted 26,044 road crashes, up 3.7% from 2024. Fatal crashes rose to 4,602 from 4,434, with total deaths reaching 5,383, a 4.7% increase.
Crashes peaked on Fridays and weekends, and in December, linked to higher travel and festive activities. Despite the uptick, the growth rate has slowed over five years.
Source: Daily Monitor