The Government of Uganda has commenced the mandatory inspection of passenger buses, in a move aimed at improving road safety and reducing accidents linked to mechanical failure.
The exercise, directed by the Ministry of Works and Transport, has seen bus companies report to the Namanve Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre for comprehensive checks on their fleets.
According to the Ministry, the inspections are intended to ensure that all passenger buses operating on Ugandan roads meet the required safety and roadworthiness standards. Key focus areas include braking systems, tyres, lighting, and the overall mechanical condition of the vehicles.
Officials say the initiative is part of a broader government effort to curb road crashes, many of which have previously been attributed to poor vehicle maintenance and mechanical defects.
“The goal is to reduce road crashes linked to mechanical failure and enhance the safety of all road users,” the Ministry noted in a compliance update.
The Namanve Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre has become a focal point for the exercise, with transport operators steadily presenting their vehicles for assessment in line with the directive.
The Ministry of Works and Transport emphasized that it will continue to guide and closely monitor the process to ensure full compliance across the passenger transport sector.
Road safety advocates have welcomed the move, noting that stricter enforcement of vehicle inspection standards is long overdue and could significantly reduce fatalities and injuries on Uganda’s roads.
The government has reiterated its commitment to safer mobility under the theme: “Safer Vehicles, Safer Journeys, Safer Road Users,” urging all transport operators to adhere to the new requirements.
