The Ministry of Works and Transport has issued a traffic advisory warning motorists to avoid a severely damaged section of the Karuma–Kamdini road, after continued rainfall caused further deterioration on the Gulu Highway.
The affected stretch, located approximately 1 kilometer from the Karuma–Olwiyo/Pakwach junction (URA checkpoint from the Kampala side), has now lost more than half of its carriageway, making it unsafe for all traffic.
According to the Ministry, the collapse is a result of persistent heavy rains that have weakened the embankment, causing the road to widen and break away.
“For public safety, the section is now hoarded off as we mobilize for emergency restoration works,” said Bageya Waiswa, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Works and Transport.
Diversion Route Announced
All motorists have been advised to use a diversion at the Karuma–Pakwach junction (URA checkpoint) and proceed to Olwiyo Trading Centre — a stretch of about 51 km — before turning right through Anaka to Gulu (about 62 km). The same diversion applies in reverse for motorists traveling from Gulu towards Kampala.
The Ministry emphasized that further updates will be issued as restoration progresses.
Safety First, Ministry Appeals to Road Users
Motorists have been urged to strictly avoid the affected stretch to prevent accidents as emergency works are set to begin.
The Ministry apologized for the inconvenience, stating that road safety remains the top priority.
