The turnout of motorists applying for driving permits in Kisoro District has significantly increased following the impounding of motor vehicles by the district’s security team.
On January 15, 2025, more than 20 motorcycles and trucks were impounded by the police in Kisoro for operating without valid permits. The operation, led by Officer in Charge of Traffic, Michael Kushaba, took place within the municipality.
The operation coincided with the ongoing Uganda Driver Licensing System (UDLS) mobile enrolment at Kisoro District Local Government headquarters.
The mobile enrolment, which began on Monday, January 13, 2025, will close on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Services offered include processing, renewing, extending classes, and issuing driving licenses.
Abel Kinyankore, the National Chairman of Driving Schools in Uganda and the Director of Wendi Driving School, revealed that the turnout has increased from about 300 to 550 motorists applying for driving licenses, with motorcycle riders registering for rider permits rising from 15 to 32.
Kinyankore urged motorists to take advantage of the opportunity, as the permit registration and licensing being conducted within the district are cost-saving.
He further accused motorists of overspeeding, dangerous overtaking, and failing to adhere to traffic laws as the primary reasons for the increase in road accidents in Kisoro District.
Baker Batamukoraho, the General Secretary of Kisoro United Boda Boda Operators, called on boda boda riders to embrace rider permit registration as a better way of complying with the regulations set by the Ministry of Works and Transport.
