All posts tagged "Ministry of Works and Transport"
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6.9KBig StoryIGG Naluzze intensifies probe into Busega–Mpigi Expressway as cost soars to Shs1.3 Trillion
The 23-kilometre Busega–Mpigi Expressway, together with its 20 kilometres of access roads, has come under scrutiny following allegations of financial impropriety involving...
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8.5KOP-EDBeyond Mourning: A Policy Agenda for Ending Uganda’s Road Carnage
In this Op-Ed, Risk Reduction Specialist Albinious Twesigomwe argues that Uganda must move beyond reacting to fatal road crashes by strengthening vehicle...
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13.7KOP-EDRoad Carnage is Uganda’s unchecked epidemic
Since the launch of the "Kisanja No Sleep" operations, road crashes have claimed more than three times the number of lives lost...
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6.4KNationalUganda suspends school trips after fatal bus crashes kill over 30 in ten days
The announcement follows recent fatal road crashes involving school children that have raised concerns over the safety of educational excursions and learner...
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3.5KNationalNew Bill targets to unify purchase, management of gov’t vehicles
Government says the reforms are intended to modernise public asset management while improving transparency and operational efficiency across ministries, departments and agencies.
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7.6KNationalUganda, Japan sign contract for construction of new Karuma Bridge
The new Karuma Bridge is expected to improve road safety, reduce travel time and support economic growth by ensuring uninterrupted movement of...
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7.5KNationalUganda Railways to install automated barrier systems after Mukono crash
While awaiting completion of the procurement and installation process, URC said it will immediately increase the deployment of personnel at railway crossings.
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7.1KNationalMinister Byamukama gives contractor one week to finish Northern Bypass works
The Northern Bypass is one of Kampala's most strategic road corridors, linking Busega, Namungoona, Bwaise, Kisaasi, Ntinda, Kyambogo, and Bweyogerere, while serving...
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8.5KBig StoryGovt sets August deadline for delayed digital number plates
To avoid future shortages, the contractor has also pledged to increase production capacity by maintaining a monthly surplus of approximately 3,000 number...
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703OP-EDGovt ban on foreign firms in Murram road projects is positive news for Bazzukulu
In this Op-Ed, ONC researcher Ben Ssebuguzi argues that government's decision to reserve murram road contracts for Ugandan firms could create jobs,...
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1.1KNationalEcweru honoured with visionary award for outstanding service in works ministry
Ecweru earned the accolade under the Personality Category for his exemplary leadership, selfless service, and lasting contributions to Uganda’s Works and Transport...
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1.4KNationalHeavy trucks suspended on Karuma–Kamdini road after floods wash away section
Karuma, Uganda: The Ministry of Works and Transport has temporarily suspended the movement of heavy trucks and trailers along the Karuma–Kamdini section...
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1.6KNewsTraffic paralyzed as Namadope bridge collapse cuts off Luuka–Iganga route
Luuka, Uganda: Transport along the Iganga–Luuka–Kamuli road has been severely disrupted after Namadope Bridge in Luuka District collapsed following heavy rainfall, forcing...
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1.5KNationalLawyers question legality, fairness of new traffic fines in suspended Auto EPS
Kampala, Uganda: The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has warned government against the recently operationalized Traffic and Road Safety (Express Penalty Scheme) Regulations,...
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1.5KBig StoryAuto EPS to stay halted for one month as Gov’t reviews system errors, harsh fines
Kampala, Uganda: The Ministry of Works and Transport has confirmed that the controversial Automated Express Penalty System (Auto EPS) will stay suspended...
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2.4KBig StoryTaxi operators declare nationwide strike over ‘harsh’ Auto EPS fines, demand halt and review
Kampala, Uganda: Taxi drivers and operators have declared a nationwide strike starting Monday, June 16, 2025, should the government refuse to suspend...
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3.5KNewsEXPLAINER: Speed zones, traffic fines drivers must know as EPS hits hard
With EPS enforcement now real and automated, the age of manual discretion is over, Uganda’s roads are now under 24/7 digital surveillance,...
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2.6KNewsYY Coaches suspended after two major road accidents
Kampala, Uganda: The State Minister for Works and Transport, Mr Fred Byamukama, has suspended operations of YY Coaches across Uganda for 15...
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1.5KNewsIGG concerned over slow works at Kabalega International Airport
Hoima, (UG): The Inspector General of Government Betty Olive Kamya is concerned about the slow works at Kabalega International Airport in Hoima...
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1.8KNationalGovt extends deadline for enforcement of digital car number plates
The development comes after the process of rolling out the digital plates was Friday suspended after the Inspectorate of Government (IG) terminated...
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1.5KNewsMotor dealers protest Gov’t move to implement digital number plates
According to the proposed regulations, the fee for obtaining a new digital license plate will be UGX 735,000 for both motorcycles and...
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1.4KNewsMinistry of Works to fully handle motor vehicle registration
This is the final stage in the transition of Vehicle registration from Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to MoWT which commenced three years...
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1.8KBig StoryGov’t terminates Muleya’s contract as Uganda Airlines CEO
After nine months on suspension, the interim board at the Uganda Airlines decided to terminate the CEO’s contract with immediate effect
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2.6KCOVID-19Gov’t withdraws vaccination card requirement for passengers
Passengers were originally required to carry vaccination cards, a measure which however has been found to be difficult to enforce, according to...