Uganda: Public Outcry Forces Govt to Review Express Penalty System

Uganda: Public Outcry Forces Govt to Review Express Penalty System

The government has confirmed it is reviewing the implementation of the Automated Express Penalty System (EPS) following widespread public backlash over speed and red-light enforcement measures.

Court Petitioned over digital number plates, express penalty scheme

Lawyer Paul Kakande represents the applicant Kagingo Muhammad Brutus Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A concerned citizen, Kagingo Muhammad Brutus, has petitioned the High Court seeking an interim injunction to halt the issuance of digital number plates and the collection of express traffic penalty fees. He argues that the company currently handling the process, Joint Stock Company Global Security, is fraudulent and non-existent in law. In hi…

Why Government Has Temporarily Halted The Controversial EPS System - What To Do If Your Already Fined - The Witness Uganda

Government of Uganda through the Ministry of works has ultimately suspended the implementation of the Express Penalty System (EPS) which had caused tension and panic among motorists over express tickets that were raining on their phones. The decision to suspend the EPS follows protests from motorists who questioned the system’s implementation and unrealistic penalties and other factors. Much as the motive was in good faith to counter road carnag…

BREAKING NEWS!! Uganda’s Electronic Traffic Fine System Suspended

In a surprising development, the Ministry of Works and Transport has announced the suspension of the controversial EPS Auto system, effective midnight on June 11, 2025. The decision follows an extensive internal review of the system’s performance and its impact on motorists nationwide. Introduced to enhance traffic law enforcement through electronic surveillance and automated fines, the EPS Auto system quickly drew criticism. Many drivers, legal…

Gov’t Temporarily Suspends Express Penalty System

The government has temporarily suspended the implementation of the Express Penalty System (EPS) effective midnight, pending a comprehensive review. The Ministry of Works and Transport announced the suspension, citing the need for a thorough examination of the system. According to the ministry, Minister Gen Katumba Wamala will issue a detailed statement outlining the way forward.  The ministry urged all road users to continue driving responsibly …

EPS Auto: Ministry of Works and Transport Temporarily Suspends Automated Express Penalty System

The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced the temporary suspension of the automated Express Penalty System (EPS Auto), effective midnight tonight. The post EPS Auto: Ministry of Works and Transport Temporarily Suspends Automated Express Penalty System appeared first on Kampala Edge Times™.