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Cyclists urged to acquire riding permits
While addressing women riders under their association, Twezimbe Women Boda Boda Association, at Club Obligato on June 20, 2026, Kananura said many riders in Uganda continue to operate boda bodas daily without permits despite the reduction in licensing fees.
Cyclists urged to acquire riding permits
By: Simon Peter Tumwine, Journalist @New Vision
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Uganda Traffic Police public relations officer Michael Kananura has appealed to motorcyclists to acquire riding permits from the Ministry of Works and Transport.
While addressing women riders under their association, Twezimbe Women Boda Boda Association, at Club Obligato on June 20, 2026, Kananura said many riders in Uganda continue to operate boda bodas daily without permits despite the reduction in licensing fees.
"The government reduced the prices of cycling permits, but many of you don't have them. On top of not having permits, you lead in not following the traffic rules," Kananura said.
The Ministry of Works and Transport recently reduced riding permit fees for motorcyclists to make licensing more affordable and improve compliance.
Learner permits were reduced to sh40,000 from sh60,000, while one-year permits were reduced to sh100,000 from sh135,000.
Kananura said women riders are generally more disciplined on the road than their male counterparts. He added that, according to the 2025 Police Crime Report, more boda boda accidents and fatalities involved more men than women.
"Women riders are more cautious while on the road. As Uganda Police, we shall continue supporting these women," Kananura said.
He also commended women riders for championing gender inclusivity in the transport sector.
On the other hand, Bavandimwe chairperson Frank Gashumba appealed to riders to maintain road discipline, observe personal hygiene and embrace a culture of saving.
Learner permits were reduced to sh40,000 from sh60,000, while one-year permits were reduced to sh100,000 from sh135,000.
Kananura said women riders are generally more disciplined on the road than their male counterparts. He added that, according to the 2025 Police Crime Report, more boda boda accidents and fatalities involved more men than women.
"Women riders are more cautious while on the road. As Uganda Police, we shall continue supporting these women," Kananura said.
He also commended women riders for championing gender inclusivity in the transport sector.
On the other hand, Bavandimwe chairperson Frank Gashumba appealed to riders to maintain road discipline, observe personal hygiene and embrace a culture of saving.
"The cyclists in Uganda need to be serious with their lives and how they ride no matter the challenges they are going through," Gashumba said, adding that failure to observe traffic rules remains one of the leading causes of road accidents.
Adrine Kobusinge, the National Women League chairperson, appealed to women riders to embrace saving and build tangible achievements that can inspire others.
"As I campaigned for the women's league chairperson position, people always asked me who I was, but here I am as the National Women's League chairperson. We must always be proud of what we have achieved," Kobusinge said.
She commended President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for promoting women's empowerment and gender inclusion.
Steven Turyarugayo, Public Relations Officer at the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), said road users can only be safe if they possess proper documentation issued by the Ministry of Works and Transport.
He revealed that the government is preparing to reintroduce the Express Penalty System (EPS).
Turyarugayo said that after conducting nationwide consultations, ITMS is compiling a report that will soon be tabled before Parliament.
He also noted that ITMS has been conducting road safety sensitisation programmes targeting women riders across the country.
About Twezimbe Association
Twezimbe Women Boda Boda Association is an active cooperative and support group operating in the Wakaliga area of Kampala. Established to support female riders in a traditionally male-dominated transport industry, the association empowers its more than 150 members through savings programmes, emergency support funds and the provision of protective gear.
Adrine Kobusinge, the National Women League chairperson, appealed to women riders to embrace saving and build tangible achievements that can inspire others.
"As I campaigned for the women's league chairperson position, people always asked me who I was, but here I am as the National Women's League chairperson. We must always be proud of what we have achieved," Kobusinge said.
She commended President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for promoting women's empowerment and gender inclusion.
Steven Turyarugayo, Public Relations Officer at the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), said road users can only be safe if they possess proper documentation issued by the Ministry of Works and Transport.
He revealed that the government is preparing to reintroduce the Express Penalty System (EPS).
Turyarugayo said that after conducting nationwide consultations, ITMS is compiling a report that will soon be tabled before Parliament.
He also noted that ITMS has been conducting road safety sensitisation programmes targeting women riders across the country.
About Twezimbe Association
Twezimbe Women Boda Boda Association is an active cooperative and support group operating in the Wakaliga area of Kampala. Established to support female riders in a traditionally male-dominated transport industry, the association empowers its more than 150 members through savings programmes, emergency support funds and the provision of protective gear.