Kampala, Uganda: Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving pedestrian and cycling infrastructure across the city as part of broader efforts to enhance road safety and promote inclusive urban mobility.
The commitment was made during a stakeholder engagement under the CommitToAct 2026 Campaign, which brought together officials from KCCA and representatives from the Uganda Road Accident Reduction Network Organisation (URRENO), Safe Transport and Survivors Support Uganda (STASSU), and Legacy Road Safety Initiative (LRSI).
The meeting focused on road safety improvements and mobility challenges across Kampala’s road network, with civil society organizations presenting findings from recent Mobility Snapshot assessments conducted at various city intersections.
Discussions centred on pedestrian safety, cycling infrastructure, and the effectiveness of ongoing road upgrades in addressing the needs of vulnerable road users.
The organizations commended KCCA for improvements made at several intersections that had previously been assessed in 2024. Among the notable interventions were signalized pedestrian crossings, upgraded junctions, and improved road layouts aimed at enhancing safety for both motorists and non-motorized transport users.
Despite the progress, stakeholders highlighted several challenges that continue to affect road users, including inadequate road signage in some locations, limited cycling infrastructure, gaps in pedestrian walkways, and poor compliance with traffic regulations.
Participants emphasized the need for sustained investment in infrastructure that prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists, who remain among the most vulnerable road users in Kampala.
Speaking during the engagement, Eng. Joel Wasswa, KCCA’s Manager for Traffic Management and Control, said the authority has incorporated pedestrian walkways into all newly upgraded roads and is gradually working towards establishing a connected pedestrian network throughout the city.
“All newly upgraded roads now incorporate pedestrian walkways, and KCCA is steadily working towards creating a connected pedestrian network across Kampala. Some incomplete sections are a result of phased implementation and funding limitations, but future projects will improve connectivity,” Eng. Wasswa said.
He noted that the authority remains committed to making the city safer and more accessible for all road users.
KCCA also unveiled plans to expand cycling infrastructure in the coming years as part of efforts to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly transport options.
According to Leonard Mwesigwa, Manager for Transport Planning at KCCA, approximately 15 kilometres of dedicated cycling lanes are planned between the 2025/26 and 2030 financial years.
Several sections are already under construction, while additional routes remain at the design stage.
Strategic locations including Nakasero, Buganda Road, and Luwuum Street have been earmarked for cycling infrastructure improvements as KCCA seeks to encourage more residents to adopt cycling as a safe and viable mode of transport.
The authority further highlighted ongoing initiatives aimed at improving road safety, including the installation of signalized intersections, enhanced road markings and signage, expansion of public transport systems, and preparations for the introduction of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) infrastructure.
Officials stressed that while infrastructure development remains critical, public awareness campaigns and effective enforcement of traffic regulations are equally important in reducing road crashes and improving safety outcomes.
The engagement concluded with a shared commitment between KCCA and civil society organizations to strengthen collaboration in promoting safer and more inclusive mobility across the city.
Participants agreed that continued advocacy, monitoring, public sensitization, and stakeholder engagement will be essential in ensuring that Kampala’s roads become safer for pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and all other road users.
The discussions come at a time when Kampala continues to experience rapid urbanization and increasing traffic volumes, placing greater pressure on authorities to develop transport systems that are safe, efficient, and accessible to all residents.
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