The Kampala-Entebbe Expressway has marked three years of tolling operations with stellar results, exceeding both traffic and revenue projections.
Addressing the media today, Eng. Stephen Kitonsa, the Acting Engineer in Chief at the Ministry of Works and Transport, highlighted the outstanding performance of the tolling and maintenance operations along the vital road.
Traffic and Revenue Surpass Initial Projections
The expressway, a critical link between Kampala and Entebbe, has seen a significant rise in daily vehicle passage.
Eng. Kitonsa revealed that the expressway now accommodates an average of 28,000 vehicles daily, far surpassing the initial projection of 18,447 vehicles per day.
This marks a milestone in the country’s transportation infrastructure, emphasizing its growing importance to commuters and the economy.
Revenue collections have also shown remarkable growth. Monthly toll revenue has increased from an average of UGX 2.8 billion in 2022 to an impressive UGX 3.7 billion in 2024, reflecting the growing reliance on and success of the expressway.
This revenue growth demonstrates not only the road’s efficiency but also its critical role in supporting the government’s financial commitments, including loan repayment obligations.
Enhanced Services for Motorists
The surge in toll revenue has enabled the provision of a wide range of services designed to ensure safer and more secure journeys for motorists. The expressway now offers:
- Round-the-clock patrols to monitor the road and address emergencies promptly.
- Effective incident management systems to minimize disruptions.
- Breakdown and towing services, ensuring stranded vehicles are swiftly removed.
- Ambulance services for emergency medical assistance, enhancing the safety of all users.
“These services are a direct result of the robust tolling operations and demonstrate our commitment to improving road safety and user experience,” noted Eng. Kitonsa.
Impact on National Development
The expressway’s success goes beyond providing smooth and reliable connectivity between Kampala and Entebbe.
It has become a model for how infrastructure projects can be financed and sustained through tolling mechanisms.
The government has used the revenue to meet loan repayment obligations, further reinforcing the road’s strategic importance.
Gratitude to Motorists and Future Plans
Eng. Kitonsa expressed heartfelt gratitude to all motorists who utilize the expressway, acknowledging their role in its success.
“We thank our valued clients for your support over the past three years. We look forward to serving you even better in the coming year,” he said.
Looking ahead, the Ministry of Works and Transport aims to continue enhancing services on the expressway while exploring ways to accommodate the growing number of users effectively
