TIPS TO FOLLOW WHEN DRIVING IN UGANDA
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Hiring a car in the pearl of Africa it’s more privileged because of the finest variety of vehicles it owns including Safari vans, Land cruiser GX, TX, TZ models, Toyota double cabins, Nissan patrols, Pick-up trucks, Salon cars, Coaster bus, Rav4, Harrier to mention but a few. By making use of these cars clients are able to have a deep exploration and golden experience.
This travel guide gives you clear tips to follow when driving in Uganda with a hired car.
Driving speed limits
Clients are always reminded to maintain and follow the given speed limits while driving when using routes in the city areas and trading center the speed limit is 30 kilometers per hour, then high ways outside urban centers the maximum speed is 100 kilo meters per hour, highway through urban zone its 50 kilometers per hour.
Then the speed limit for rural paved roads is 90 kilometer per hour failure to observe all these speed limits accordingly penalties are given exceeding limit 1-30kilometer per hour fine is 200,000 shillings and exceeding by over 30kilometer per hour it is 600000 shillings
.Driving License Permit
Clients are reminded to carry their driving License Permit card this formal document should be valid up to date.
Make sure your permit is issued by the right department in your country for example in Uganda Drivers Licensing System (UDLS) is in charge issuing the permits and in Kenya the National Transport and Safety Authority is in charge of permits.
The minimum age
Clients willing to hire a vehicle in Uganda should be aged at least ten years and above, at this age clients are lawfully allowed to drive.
Driving Etiquette and Laws.
There is also a need for one to know the different Uganda road rules and road signs to follow in order to drive smoothy and reducing on the cases of breakdown and unwanted accidents. Some of the etiquette include having rest breaks at least every after two to three hours of driving to avoid fatigue, never use your phone, and avoid taking alcohol while driving and many more.
Vehicle Inspection
Clients who hire vehicles are always reminded to make thoroughly checkup of the vehicle before setting off the journey first check the engine fluids, tires, brakes among others also ensure you carry reflective triangles these items help to warn other road users of a stopped or broken-down vehicle this primarily reduce on risks of accidents in night hours.
Weather Awareness
Uganda is such a blessed country that receives mainly two types of seasons including rainy season that typically happens in the months of June to August and in the sunny periods its in the months of December to February.
During rainy season expect some roads to be slippery and muddy more so in remote areas drive cautiously in wet conditions in order to escape unwanted break down.
In conclusion
Hiring a car in Uganda it is of advantage to always follow the tips analyzed above in order to ensure safety towards our lives while exploring different places of safety.
