news 25 July 2026 Nile Post
Police and Rotary Unite to Tackle Uganda's Rising Road Fatalities
The Uganda Police Force and Rotary Uganda have launched a collaborative road safety campaign amidst a worrying increase in road crashes across the nation. The initiative stresses that preventing accidents is a shared responsibility, requiring behavior change from all road users. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/359079/police-rotary-launch-road-safety-campaign-as-ugandas-crash-numbers-rise
Wakiso Town Council was the site of a significant road safety awareness march, a joint effort by the Police and Rotary Uganda. Under the banner “Road Crashes Affect Everyone,” the event brought together law enforcement, transport operators, and citizens to underscore the critical need for safer roads.
Michael Kananura, spokesperson for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, highlighted that reckless actions by various road users, including influential figures, are significant contributors to the escalating crash statistics. He commended Rotary’s proactive stance, noting that many lives are lost annually due to preventable accidents stemming from negligence and a lack of adherence to traffic regulations.
Kananura expressed gratitude for Rotary’s leadership in this crucial campaign, stating, “We appreciate Rotary for championing this campaign because road crashes continue to claim many lives, yet most of them can be prevented through responsible behavior and respect for traffic laws.”
The campaign is envisioned as the start of a broader, nationwide educational push. Gerald Obai, Rotary District 9213 Governor, announced that the initiative will extend to schools and communities throughout Uganda, aiming to instill responsible road use habits.
Organizers identified key issues leading to accidents, including driver indiscipline, corruption, dangerous boda boda operations, overloaded taxis, and pedestrians disregarding traffic rules. They emphasized that reducing road accidents necessitates a collective effort from all stakeholders, from drivers and pedestrians to law enforcement and the general public.