Uganda Police has on Tuesday 28th issued guidelines for both school going children and pilgrims on security particularly on the highways.
Police stated that security on highways has been intensified to manage the increased traffic caused by pilgrims, and school going children.
“As we all are aware the official school opening for term two was on Monday 27th. May, 2019,” Polly Namaye deputy Police spokesperson said.
She added that many children and their parents on the first day of reporting to school was very successful, without any reports of serious offences except for congestion along routes in Kampala city.
“The public is particularly encouraged to plan their movements in time, and parents should be mindful of the safety of their children in instances where public transport means are being used,” she noted.
She advised parents to use banking services in order to prevent loss of property and fraud.
“We are closely monitoring the safety of pilgrims as they conclude the last leg of their walk to Namugongo Martyrs Shrines,” she added.
She said that, in spite of the unfortunate accident involving Kenyan pilgrims last week, Police continues to register successful arrival of pilgrims at Namugongo Martyrs Shrines.
She said Police has issued very clear instructions to area Police Commanders and their traffic officers to support safe movement of all road users and in particular the safety of pilgrims and school going children.
“Traffic plans, vetting and accreditation are already ongoing as part of the security plans to ensure safety for all, as well as a smooth traffic flow during and after this celebration,” she stated.
