KAMPALA, Uganda — The European Union has partnered with local authorities to promote emission-free mobility in Kampala, Uganda’s capital city.
The EU Delegation in Uganda joined forces with the Kampala Capital City Authority to encourage Ugandans to adopt bicycling as an alternative to fuel-powered transportation.
Jan Sadek, the European Union Ambassador to Uganda, said the initiative aims to reduce air pollution and decongest the city’s roads.
“Cycling is a good mode of transportation, not only for keeping users fit but also for avoiding air pollution,” Sadek said.
The partnership is part of the EU’s Green Diplomacy Week, which promotes sustainable transportation and renewable energy.
The EU is also working with Uganda to improve the use of renewable energy in the country. One project involves rehabilitating the Nalubale-Kiira hydropower plant to increase Uganda’s renewable energy production.
Kampala’s infrastructure currently does not favor bicycling, according to Frank Nyakaana Rusa, the KCCA Executive Director. However, he noted that efforts are underway to address this issue.
Justus Akankwasa, KCCA Director for Engineering, said new road projects are incorporating walking and cycling provisions.
He cited examples of newly constructed roads in Nakawa-Naguru and Bukoto-Ntinda areas.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to promote sustainable transportation in Uganda.
