David GOMBE
The 227 kilometer road safety awareness walk from Kampala to Hoima has been officially been launched and flagged off at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel.
The walk is aimed at reducing road crashes and promoting responsible road use.
The Minister of Works and Transport, Edward Katumba Wamala, flagged off the participants and called upon for discipline and responsibility on the roads.
“Road safety begins with discipline. Whether you are a driver, rider, or pedestrian, respecting traffic rules can save lives.”
“Government will continue strengthening enforcement, but we need cooperation from the public to reduce the number of crashes on our roads.” He stated
Meanwhile, Joe Walker described the 227 Km event as both symbolic and urgent.
“Every step we take from Kampala to Hoima represents a life we want to save. Road safety is not just a campaign for us it is a national responsibility. Too many families have lost loved ones to preventable road crashes. This walk is a reminder that we must all change our mindset and prioritise safety,” Stated Walker
The walk is led by Joseph Beyanga, whose long distance awareness campaigns have evolved into a national movement focused on mobilising communities, influencing policy discussions, and reshaping public attitudes toward road use.