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The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has relevant authorities to expedite remedial works on Karuma Bridge.

"I urge the relevant government authorities to take necessary measures to protect the affected population. Remedial work on the bridge should be expedited, and a long-term plan for the construction of a more suitable bridge should be developed," Among said on Monday, May 6, 2024, on her X formerly Twitter.

Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) issued on May 3, diverting lorries, trailers, and buses from using the Karuma Bridge towards Northern Uganda after the deteriorating condition of the Bridge.

Motorists from Kampala heading to Gulu or West Nile were advised to use the Luwero-Kafu-Masindi-Paraa route, which goes through Murchison Falls National Park, to connect to Pakwach or Gulu.

The bridge now only allows access to passenger vehicles carrying a maximum of 28 passengers. Alternative routes have been provided to those affected by this restriction.

According to Among, this change will likely increase the cost and time of transportation to northern Uganda, leading to a rise in the cost of commodities and living expenses and hence the need to expedite the remedial process.