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Transport
21 July 2026, 7:44 am
Contractors ordered to prioritise local workers as Northern Uganda road projects…
By Geoffrey Okwong Contractors implementing community access road projects in Pader, Agago and Lamwo districts have been directed to give priority to local residents in employment and ensure the projects deliver lasting socio-economic benefits to the communities they are intended…
6 July 2026, 8:47 pm
UTOF raises concern over rising fuel prices
By Ronald Ssemagonja The deputy chairperson for administration at the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF), Mayambala Mustafa, has expressed concern over rising fuel prices, saying they are placing a heavy burden on the transport sector. “Fuel prices are high…
6 May 2026, 4:07 pm
KCCA stands firm on e-bus plan amid UTOF concerns
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director, Sharifa Buzeki, has reaffirmed that the authority’s plan to roll out electric buses in Kampala will proceed as scheduled, despite mixed reactions from various stakeholders. This follows concerns raised…
5 May 2026, 10:49 am
Taxi operators protest lack of consultation on Kampala E-Bus rollout
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the operational launch of electric buses in Kampala last week, leaders of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF) have expressed concern over their exclusion from the process. In an exclusive interview held yesterday in Kampala,…
22 April 2026, 2:12 pm
Taxi operators unite to address rising costs and industry challenges
By Ronald Ssemagonja Yesterday, the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF) organised a meeting to discuss several issues affecting their work. Speaking to the media after the meeting, Chairman Rashid Ssekindi said they are seeking ways to improve their operations.…
4 April 2026, 5:56 pm
Drivers warned over fake permits ahead of Lira mobile licensing
By Baker Okello As the North Kyoga region prepares to launch a mobile driving licence enrolment programme in Lira City, the Chairperson of the Northern Uganda Bus and Truck Drivers’ Network, David Okello, has cautioned drivers against obtaining permits from…
30 March 2026, 3:01 pm
Taxi operators urged to maintain road discipline during Holy Week
By Okurmu Edwin Kisa The treasurer of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators, William Katumba, has appealed to taxi drivers across the country to avoid overspeeding during this busy travel period of Holy Week. He noted that increased movement of…
14 March 2026, 1:30 pm
Mbale Court remands seven taxi drivers for defying transport order
By Humble Felix Mayatsa The Mbale Municipal Court, commonly known as Ndaula Court, on Thursday evening remanded seven taxi drivers to Maluku Government Prison for 14 days after they appeared before court. The drivers were charged with violating trade order…
11 March 2026, 7:19 pm
“Wheels stuck, markets idle: Gulu’s road crisis hits farmers Hard”
By Gift Okello Residents and local leaders in Gulu District are raising alarm over the deteriorating road network, warning that the poor state of infrastructure is now crippling access to healthcare, education, and trade Anena Susan, the Councilor V for…
2 March 2026, 6:20 pm
Taxi operators call for structured parking plan after KCCA clears street vendors
By Edwin Okurmu Kisa Following the recent removal of street vendors by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), leaders in various sectors have shared their views on what should be done to ensure that trade order in the city is…