Uganda's Ministry of Works and Transport has issued a compliance update on the ongoing mandatory vehicle inspection exercise for passenger buses, following a recent government directive aimed at improving road safety.

According to an update from the Ministry, bus companies have begun presenting their fleets at the Namanve Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre for compliance checks. The exercise follows a recent government directive aimed at ensuring that all passenger vehicles meet strict safety and roadworthiness standards before being allowed on the road.

The inspections will focus on critical safety components including braking systems, tyres, lighting, and the overall mechanical condition of each vehicle. These checks are essential in addressing one of the leading causes of road accidents, mechanical failure.

Uganda has in recent years recorded a number of road crashes linked to poorly maintained vehicles, particularly in the public transport sector. Officials believe that stricter enforcement of inspection requirements will significantly reduce such incidents and improve passenger safety.

“Safer vehicles, safer journeys, and safer road users,” the ministry noted in its statement, emphasizing its commitment to continuous monitoring and enforcement across the transport sector.

Transport operators are expected to fully comply with the directive, as the government moves to restore discipline and accountability in the industry.

The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen road safety regulations and protect the lives of millions of Ugandans who rely on public transport daily.