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By Emmanuel Garjiek <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Uganda Police Force has announced new speed limit guidelines aimed at curbing the country\u2019s rising road fatalities, proposing a reduction of the maximum highway speed from 100 km\/h to 90 km\/h.In a public notice shared on X (formerly Twitter), SP Michael Kananura, spokesperson for the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, said the adjustment is part of wider efforts to promote safer driving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He emphasized the life-saving impact of reduced speeds, noting that \u201ca pedestrian knocked at 30 km\/h has a 90% chance of survival.\u201dNew Proposed Speed Limits30 km\/h in high-pedestrian areas such as markets, schools, and hospitals50 km\/h within built-up urban areas90 km\/h on highways100 km\/h on expresswaysKananura clarified that the 90 km\/h highway limit will only be enforceable after the Ministry of Works and Transport updates road signage across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Public ReactionsThe announcement has drawn support from road users online, many of whom pointed to the dangers of high-speed driving. One user, Christopher Senyimba, noted that speeding reduces a driver\u2019s ability to stop safely in emergencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another recounted a near-collision involving a boda boda rider, saying the low driving speed at the time prevented a serious accident.Rising Concern Over Road CrashesThe revised guidelines come amid a spike in deadly road incidents, including a recent Kampala\u2013Gulu Highway crash that claimed 46 lives. According to the 2024 Police Annual Crime Report, Uganda recorded 25,107 road crashes, resulting in 4,434 deaths and over 25,800 injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities are currently piloting an Electronic Penalty System (EPS) to enforce speed limits and lane discipline more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Traffic police say public education and voluntary compliance remain essential.\u201cSpeed thrills but kills,\u201d SP Kananura warned. \u201cDrive responsibly and arrive safely.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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