UPDN is an Umbrella Organisation for Drivers’ Associations/Organisations and Related Industry Stakeholders.
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.@uganda_drivers's Executive Director @omongondugu1 joined the leadership of @ROSACUg in a meeting with the @KCCAUG Lord Mayor @RonaldBalimwezo to explore ways of expanding road safety initiatives and impact from the national to the sub-national level.
Local governments and urban authorities have a critical role to play in complementing national efforts to improve road safety.
#ArriveAlive #TofiiraKuKkubo – at Kampala, Uganda
Uganda Professional Drivers' Network retweeted
CEPA was represented by our Executive Director - Timothy Chemonges, who witnessed firsthand the work of the @NamayanjaFound in promoting #RoadSafetyUg at Wobulenzi Taxi Park, Luwero District, on 3rd Nov earlier this week.
For Hon. @RoseNamayanja, this mission is deeply personal. Having survived a devastating road crash in 2015 and undergone 6 major operations, she is using her experience to help others avoid the pain she endured.
Her story reminds us what is at stake. @PoliceUg recorded 5,383 road deaths in 2025, up from 5,144 in 2024—thousands of families losing someone they expected to return home.
As a member of @ROSACUg, CEPA is proud to be part of this partnership. Our contribution over the years has centred on advocating for effective speed regulations, promoting seat belt use and advancing child restraints to protect young passengers.
@ChemongesTim pledged CEPA’s full support for the Foundation’s road safety efforts as we continue working together to make our roads safer.
#RoadSafetyUg #CEPAProgramming
Uganda Professional Drivers' Network retweeted
We draw hope & encouragement when individuals & organizations join us in the fight against road traffic crashes. Every contribution towards making our roads safer brings us closer to saving lives.
The recent launch of the Rose Namayanja Foundation (RNF) is a commendable initiative aimed at restoring sanity on our roads through public awareness and road safety advocacy.
There is so much to learn from the testimonies of road crash survivors. Their experiences carry powerful lessons that can change mindsets, influence behaviour & encourage even the most reckless road users to rethink their actions.
We thank @NamayanjaFound for this noble initiative & pledge our continued support & partnership in this important cause.
Together we can change attitudes, promote responsible road use and save lives.
@RoseNamayanja
@PoliceUg
#RoadSafety #ArriveAlive #SavingLives #RoseNamayanjaFoundation #ToffiraKukkubo
DRIVE, RIDE AND WALK CAREFULLY — YOUR FAMILY NEEDS YOU! 🚦
Every journey matters, and every life lost on our roads is one too many.
On 3rd November 2026, the Uganda Professional Drivers’ Network (UPDN) @uganda_drivers joined the Rose Namayanja Foundation (@NamayanjaFound) for a Road Safety Awareness Campaign at Wobulenzi Taxi Park in Luwero District. Mr. Kahiigwa Deo Byaruhanga represented UPDN on behalf of our Executive Director, Mr. Ndugu Omongo (@omongondugu1).
What makes this campaign particularly meaningful is the personal story behind it. Having survived a serious road crash in 2015, Rt. Hon. Rose Namayanja Nsereko (@RoseNamayanja) has turned a painful experience into a mission to protect others from similar tragedies. Her commitment reminds us that behind every road crash statistic is a person, a family and a story.
According to Uganda Police statistics, 24,026 people lost their lives in road crashes between 2021 and 2025, including 5,383 in 2025 alone. These are not just numbers. They represent parents, children, friends and colleagues whose lives were cut short.
With the Kampala-Gulu Highway remaining a high-risk corridor, this campaign comes at an important time, especially as we approach the festive season when many people will be travelling to reunite with their loved ones.
At UPDN, we believe that safer roads begin with the choices we make every day. Whether you are behind the wheel, riding a motorcycle, travelling as a passenger or walking along the roadside, your actions matter.
We appreciate the collective efforts of @PoliceUg, the Uganda Taxi Operators Federation (UTOF), the Road Safety Advocacy Coalition Uganda (@ROSACUg), the Rose Namayanja Foundation and fellow road safety stakeholders working to make our roads safer.
Our message is simple: Slow down, stay alert, respect other road users and never take safety for granted. No journey is worth a life.
❤️ Someone is waiting for you at home. Make sure you get there safely.
#RoadSafetyUganda #DriveRideWalkCarefully #ROSACU #RNF #FestiveSeasonSafety #TofiiraKuKkubo #UPDN – at Luwero, Uganda
ALT Road safety stakeholders and campaign participants pose for a group photograph alongside Rose Namayanja Foundation and ROSACU banners, demonstrating collective commitment to preventing road crashes.
ALT Campaign representatives display reflective safety vests during a public awareness activity, reinforcing the importance of visibility and protection for road users.
ALT Mr. John Kahiigwa addresses drivers, transport operators and community members during the Rose Namayanja Foundation Road Safety Awareness Campaign at Wobulenzi Taxi Park, Luwero District, on 3rd November 2026, emphasising responsible road user behaviour and the collective responsibility of preventing road crashes.
ALT Drivers, transport operators and community members attend a road safety awareness session under the Tofiira Ku Kkubo campaign banner, supporting efforts to promote safer road user behaviour.
DAY 2 | Advancing Professional Driver Training and Assessment in Uganda.
The journey towards a more skilled, competent and professional driving workforce continues!
Thursday, 5 November 2026, marked Day 2of the three-day Technical Review Workshop for Assessment and Training Packages (ATPs) for Professional Drivers, organised by the Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board (@UVTABOfficial) in collaboration with the Uganda Professional Drivers' Network (@uganda_drivers).
Held at Esella Country Hotel, Kira, the workshop has brought together Sector Skills Experts from the Ministry of Education and Sports (@Educ_SportsUg), industry practitioners and other key stakeholders to review and refine the draft ATPs.
The technical review focuses on strengthening occupational competencies, learning outcomes, training content and assessment requirements to ensure alignment with Uganda's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework and the evolving needs of the transport industry.
This collaborative process contributes to Uganda's broader TVET reform agenda, supported by the TVET Council of Uganda (@TVETCouncilUg), towards industry-relevant training standards, recognised professional qualifications and a more competent driving workforce.
At UPDN, we remain committed to advancing driver professionalisation through quality training, recognised competencies and stronger industry standards.
Better Skills. Safer Roads. Professional Drivers.
#UPDN #UVTAB #TVETCouncilUg #ProfessionalDrivers #RoadSafety #TVETUganda #SkillsDevelopment #DriverProfessionalisation – at Kampala, Uganda
ALT Workshop Overview: Participants engage in the technical review of Assessment and Training Packages (ATPs) for Professional Drivers.
ALT Stakeholder Engagement: An industry expert shares insights during discussions aimed at strengthening professional driver training standards.
ALT Technical Review: Participants collaboratively examine draft ATPs to ensure alignment with industry skills and competency requirements.
ALT Women in Driver Professionalisation: A female professional driver participates alongside fellow stakeholders in the technical review workshop, highlighting women's inclusion in shaping Uganda's professional driver training and assessment standards.
UVTAB, in partnership with the Uganda Professional Drivers' Network (UPDN), is developing ATP Trainer guides for basic drivers and passenger transport drivers at Esella Hotel, Kampala.
These guides will standardize driver training, improve professionalism, and ensure safer roads for all Ugandans.
#UVTABUpdates #AssessmentforEmployableskills #SaferRoadsforall #UPDN
THURSDAY | YOUR STATUS DOES NOT DEFINE YOU
An HIV-positive diagnosis is not the end of life. With the right support, counselling and consistent treatment, people living with HIV can lead healthy, productive and fulfilling lives.
At the UPDN Truckers’ Wellness Centre in Nateete, we encourage people living with HIV to embrace their treatment journey, attend counselling sessions, take their medication as prescribed and keep their follow-up appointments.
Do not allow fear, stigma or self-blame to stand in the way of your health. You deserve care, dignity and support.
HIV is manageable. Your life still matters.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
UPDN and @UVTABOfficial have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that driving is recognised as a formal vocational skill and profession in Uganda.
The partnership, highlighted during a meeting at Esella Country Hotel, is now focused on developing a Trainers’ Guide for Driver Course Levels 1 and 2 to strengthen driver training and professional standards.
#ArriveAlive #TofiiraKuKkubo
WEDNESDAY | DISCOVER THE DEREVA APP
Getting started with the Dereva App is simple!
Professional drivers can download it for free from the Google Play Store by searching for Dereva App.
Once installed:
1. Open the app on your smartphone.
2. Follow the registration prompts to set up your account.
3. Log in and explore the available features.
4. Navigate through the app to access job opportunities, health services, training, road safety information and driver welfare support.
You don't need complicated steps to get started. Everything is designed to make accessing useful services easier for professional drivers.
Download the Dereva App today and put its benefits at your fingertips. play.google.com/store/apps/d…
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
Road safety has never been built on the assumption that everyone drives perfectly. Even careful drivers get distracted, misjudge, or react a fraction too late. Safer speeds exist so those ordinary human moments don’t become irreversible tragedies. Worth remembering.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive #UPDN #RoadSafetyUg – at Kampala, Uganda
"I am a careful driver, so speed limits don't matter much."
But road safety has never been built around perfect human behaviour. Even experienced drivers can misjudge a situation, get distracted for a second, or react too late.
Safer speeds help ensure that a simple mistake does not become a life-changing tragedy.
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#RoadSafetyUg #CEPAProgramming
Whether driving a truck, motorcycle or private vehicle, always remember that your safety and the safety of other road users matter. Maintain a safe following distance, avoid distractions, observe speed limits and remain attentive to changing road conditions.
You may not control what other road users do, but you can control how you respond. A moment of caution can prevent a lifetime of regret.
#RoadSafety #ArriveAlive
MONDAY ROAD SAFETY TIP
Before you set off, make sure your vehicle is ready for the journey. Check your tyres, brakes, lights and indicators, and ensure your mirrors are properly adjusted.
A roadworthy vehicle, an alert driver and a commitment to obey traffic rules can help prevent road crashes and save lives. Start the week by making safety your priority on every journey.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
SUNDAY WEEKLY RECAP
Road safety goes beyond what we do behind the steering wheel. It is also about the choices we make as passengers, pedestrians, motorcyclists and other road users.
This week, UPDN continued to highlight practical ways to make our roads safer, from responsible driving and safe overtaking to protecting vulnerable road users. As we look ahead to a new week, let us put these lessons into practice and encourage others to do the same. Every responsible action on the road counts.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
SAFE OVERTAKING SAVES LIVES
A few minutes saved are never worth a life lost. Before overtaking, make sure the road ahead is clear, check your mirrors and blind spots, signal your intention and ensure you have enough room to return safely to your lane.
Never overtake on blind corners, hills, near junctions or when another vehicle is already overtaking. When in doubt, be patient and wait for a safe opportunity.
As we head into the weekend, let patience guide every journey. Do not put your life or the lives of other road users at risk just to get ahead.
Overtake safely. Arrive alive.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
Have you heard about PrEP?
PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is medicine taken by HIV-negative people to help prevent HIV infection.
Knowing your HIV prevention options is an important step towards protecting your health. Visit Nateete Truckers’ Wellness Centre for accurate information, guidance and health services.
Your health deserves attention, on and off the road.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #StaySafe #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
A safer journey starts before the engine does.
Professional drivers can make better decisions when they have access to the right information. From planning for road safety to accessing useful training and health resources, staying informed is part of responsible driving.
The Dereva App supports professional drivers with practical resources to help them stay informed, connected and prepared on the road.
Download it free from Google Play. play.google.com/store/apps/d…
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
TUESDAY | NATEETE WELLNESS CENTRE
Your health matters, whether you are on the road or at home. The Truckers’ Wellness Centre at Nateete Taxi and Trailer Park provides accessible healthcare services to professional drivers and the surrounding community.
Key services include HIV testing and counselling, antiretroviral therapy (ART), pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), condom distribution, health education and other HIV prevention services.
Visit the centre for confidential support and professional guidance. Taking care of your health is an important step towards protecting your future.
#UPDN #NateeteWellnessCentre #TofiiraKuKkubo
Monday | UPDN Road Safety Tips
A safe journey begins before you turn the key. Before setting off, check your tyres, brakes, lights and indicators to ensure your vehicle is roadworthy. Adjust your mirrors, fasten your seatbelt and ensure every passenger is safely secured. Never drive when tired, distracted or under the influence of alcohol.
Every journey matters. Take responsibility, protect lives and ensure everyone arrives safely.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
As we wrap up the week, let’s reflect on our responsibility to make Uganda’s roads safer for everyone. Every life matters and every responsible decision on the road can prevent a crash and save a family from grief.
As we prepare for a new week, let’s commit to obeying traffic rules, respecting other road users, avoiding speeding and distracted driving and protecting pedestrians and motorcyclists. Road safety begins with each of us.
#TofiiraKuKkubo #Tweddeko #ArriveAlive – at Kampala, Uganda
