• Editorial Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Who Are We
  • About
Sunday, September 21, 2025
  • Login
The Pearl Times
  • Home
  • News
    • National
    • Business
    • Sports
    • World
  • 2026 Elections
  • People
  • Featured
  • Viewsroom
  • PROSE & POETRY
  • Archives
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • National
    • Business
    • Sports
    • World
  • 2026 Elections
  • People
  • Featured
  • Viewsroom
  • PROSE & POETRY
  • Archives
No Result
View All Result
The Pearl Times
No Result
View All Result
Home Featured

TOO YOUNG TO DIE: Joe Walker’s Road Safety Awareness Campaign Flagged Off

by Pearl Times Reporter
February 6, 2023

KAMPALA – The Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has on Monday, February 06, 2023, flagged off a 225km road safety awareness walk where Mr. Joseph Beyanga, will be walking from Kampala to Mbale City.

Mr. Beyanga, who is the head of Radio under Nation Media Group Uganda (NMG-U), was flagged off at Independence Monument Speke Road, at 6:30 am.

Tayebwa who sanctioned the second edition of the walk, dubbed, JoeWalker said the cause Mr. Beyanga is championing is a concern ‘for all of us’.

“Recently I lost a brother in law in an accident, we lost our brother and wife, Hon. [Patrick] Okabe, and very many other people we might not know. What he is doing, he is doing it for us. He is not just doing it for himself. He is bringing core issues to the fore and this brings to the fact that every citizen has an obligation,” Tayebwa said.

The Deputy Speaker added that road safety should be a concern of everybody and that it requires mass mobilization.

“You don’t need to be occupying a position of responsibility, but from whoever you’re, whether you’re an ordinary citizen, or you’re a so called VIP, there matters which require public mobilization. Accident, issues of the environment, these are issues [that] you can’t shoot down with a gun,” Tayebwa noted also listing poor time management among the leading causes of accident on the road.

“I think one of the biggest causes of accidents and traffic jam [in Uganda] is because we don’t respect time. As someone knows that I have to go to a certain duty, I need around one hour of traffic jam but they choose to come around 30 minutes late then they start fidgeting on the road, some of them even abandon their cars and just jumping on boda bodas and sometimes knocking people along the way. It’s very important to keep time in whatever we are doing.”

Tayebwa said Mr. Beyanga had challenged parliament as an institution to do much more in terms of legislation, appropriation, and ensuring that it passes laws that are implementable.

“This gives us a challenge as a parliament, that if someone can sacrifice, to do all this walk, then it also put us under pressure to do much more in terms of legislation, appropriation, and ensuring that we have laws that work and implementable,” he added.

Mr. Beyanga said his walk, themed; ‘Too Young to Die,’ mainly targets the young people who are the most causalities.

“For starters, this year, we are focusing on young people and our theme is ‘too young to die.’ More than 60 [per cent] of the people who perish in road clashes are aged between 25 and 44. So, we are raising awareness to say that each one of us has a role to play in the issues of road safety,” Mr. Beyanga said.

He also called on the government to put road safety at the center of infrastructure development. “Let us create roads that are safe for all of us to use.”

Mr. Beyanga expects to spend between five to six days on the road.

SAD! Deputy Speaker Tayebwa’s Driver & Brother-in-Law Killed in Accident

Share this:

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X

Related

Previous Post

O-LEVEL RESULTS RELEASE: Uneb Breaks Silence on Reports of ‘Lost 2022 UCE Results Due to System Hacking’

Next Post

SAD! UPDF Officer, Security Guard Killed in Bar Fight

Pearl Times Reporter

Pearl Times Reporter

Latest Uganda news, politics, business, health and entertainment coverage.

Related Posts

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter MUSEVENI’S WALKING STICK! Besigye, Bobi Wine React as Museveni Fills EC with NRM Cadres
2026 Elections

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies Three Killed as Ugandan Woman Allegedly Sets Market Stalls on Fire to Harm Co-Wife Bunyoro Kingdom Prince Killed in Busega Accident SAD! NTV Uganda Journalist Dead SAD! Daily Monitor Editor Dead Shock as Ugandan Student Collapses and Dies During Sports Training University Lecturer Murdered by Suspected Kidnappers, Body Dumped in Mbarara SAD! 13 People, Mostly Clan Members Returning from Introduction Ceremony, Killed in Road Accident after Car Overturned Ugandan Woman Collapses, Dies During Police Recruitment Physical Fitness Test SAD! Three People Burnt Beyond Recognition in Bus Accident Security Guards Killed in Attack on Petrol Station R.I.P: Kabale University Lecturer Killed in Road Accident SAD! Shock as Student, Who Had Gone Out to Have Fun, is Killed SAD! Former Makerere Guild President and Government Critic Dies in Canada Former Vocal Ugandan Female MP Dies FESTIVE SEASON DEATHS: 5 Ugandans Kill Themselves, 8 Die Suddenly R.I.P: Bobi Wine’s Grandmother Dead. Burial Program Released Man Killed in Bar Fight on Christmas Eve SAD! Museveni Minister’s Husband Dead. Cause of Death Revealed SAD NEWS: Popular Ugandan Comedian and Musician Dead THIS LIFE! Uganda’s Digital Marketing Guru Kills Himself, Leaves Behind Shocking Suicide Note
News

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)
Featured

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson Collins Tanga’s Victory Nullified by NRM Tribunal; Fresh Youth League Election Ordered; Tanga Odoi Not Allowed to Preside Tanga Collins – Son to Tanga Odoi – ‘Elected’ New NRM Youth League Chairperson Amidst Chaos
Featured

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson

Mwine Tumwebaze Ahead of Elizabeth Kakwanzi in NRM Western Youth MP Flagbearer Race
Featured

Mwine Tumwebaze Ahead of Elizabeth Kakwanzi in NRM Western Youth MP Flagbearer Race

For Us, Besigye is Innocent – Otafiire
News

For Us, Besigye is Innocent – Otafiire

Ad

Stay Connected

  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
Museveni, sacked EC secretary Sam Rwakoojo and NUP leader Bobi Wine

Were Top EC bosses fired over Bobi Wine NUP Party or Ballot Paper Printing scandal?

Watchman Ministries Pastor and Prophet Elvis Mbonye's anointed Joseph Kabuleta has announced his 2021 presidential bid.

Prophet Mbonye’s ‘Anointed’ Kabuleta declares 2021 presidential bid

Former Kampala deputy lord mayor Sarah Kanyike is one of the six dropped ministers appointed senior presidential advisors.

NEW CABINET: Museveni consoles Six DROPPED Ministers with Presidential advisor positions

PAYMENT ALERTS: Allowances for Gulu Sitting Deposited on MPs’ Bank Accounts. See How Much

PAYMENT ALERTS: Allowances for Gulu Sitting Deposited on MPs’ Bank Accounts. See How Much

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter MUSEVENI’S WALKING STICK! Besigye, Bobi Wine React as Museveni Fills EC with NRM Cadres

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies Three Killed as Ugandan Woman Allegedly Sets Market Stalls on Fire to Harm Co-Wife Bunyoro Kingdom Prince Killed in Busega Accident SAD! NTV Uganda Journalist Dead SAD! Daily Monitor Editor Dead Shock as Ugandan Student Collapses and Dies During Sports Training University Lecturer Murdered by Suspected Kidnappers, Body Dumped in Mbarara SAD! 13 People, Mostly Clan Members Returning from Introduction Ceremony, Killed in Road Accident after Car Overturned Ugandan Woman Collapses, Dies During Police Recruitment Physical Fitness Test SAD! Three People Burnt Beyond Recognition in Bus Accident Security Guards Killed in Attack on Petrol Station R.I.P: Kabale University Lecturer Killed in Road Accident SAD! Shock as Student, Who Had Gone Out to Have Fun, is Killed SAD! Former Makerere Guild President and Government Critic Dies in Canada Former Vocal Ugandan Female MP Dies FESTIVE SEASON DEATHS: 5 Ugandans Kill Themselves, 8 Die Suddenly R.I.P: Bobi Wine’s Grandmother Dead. Burial Program Released Man Killed in Bar Fight on Christmas Eve SAD! Museveni Minister’s Husband Dead. Cause of Death Revealed SAD NEWS: Popular Ugandan Comedian and Musician Dead THIS LIFE! Uganda’s Digital Marketing Guru Kills Himself, Leaves Behind Shocking Suicide Note

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson Collins Tanga’s Victory Nullified by NRM Tribunal; Fresh Youth League Election Ordered; Tanga Odoi Not Allowed to Preside Tanga Collins – Son to Tanga Odoi – ‘Elected’ New NRM Youth League Chairperson Amidst Chaos

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson

Recent News

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter MUSEVENI’S WALKING STICK! Besigye, Bobi Wine React as Museveni Fills EC with NRM Cadres

Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies Three Killed as Ugandan Woman Allegedly Sets Market Stalls on Fire to Harm Co-Wife Bunyoro Kingdom Prince Killed in Busega Accident SAD! NTV Uganda Journalist Dead SAD! Daily Monitor Editor Dead Shock as Ugandan Student Collapses and Dies During Sports Training University Lecturer Murdered by Suspected Kidnappers, Body Dumped in Mbarara SAD! 13 People, Mostly Clan Members Returning from Introduction Ceremony, Killed in Road Accident after Car Overturned Ugandan Woman Collapses, Dies During Police Recruitment Physical Fitness Test SAD! Three People Burnt Beyond Recognition in Bus Accident Security Guards Killed in Attack on Petrol Station R.I.P: Kabale University Lecturer Killed in Road Accident SAD! Shock as Student, Who Had Gone Out to Have Fun, is Killed SAD! Former Makerere Guild President and Government Critic Dies in Canada Former Vocal Ugandan Female MP Dies FESTIVE SEASON DEATHS: 5 Ugandans Kill Themselves, 8 Die Suddenly R.I.P: Bobi Wine’s Grandmother Dead. Burial Program Released Man Killed in Bar Fight on Christmas Eve SAD! Museveni Minister’s Husband Dead. Cause of Death Revealed SAD NEWS: Popular Ugandan Comedian and Musician Dead THIS LIFE! Uganda’s Digital Marketing Guru Kills Himself, Leaves Behind Shocking Suicide Note

R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)

LIST: Winners and Losers of NRM Youth Elections (NRM Parliamentary Flagbearers Full Results)

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson Collins Tanga’s Victory Nullified by NRM Tribunal; Fresh Youth League Election Ordered; Tanga Odoi Not Allowed to Preside Tanga Collins – Son to Tanga Odoi – ‘Elected’ New NRM Youth League Chairperson Amidst Chaos

LAST LAUGH for Tanga Odoi as Son Collins Tanga Beats Brenda Kiconco to Become NRM Youth League Chairperson

ADVERTISEMENT

Ad

The Pearl Times

The Pearl Times Is an online media publication for news and analysis from Uganda, the Greatest lakes Region and the world. The Pearl Times is your trusted source of news and analysis from Uganda and the rest of the world in the beats of politics, business, entertainment, technology, education and health.

Follow Us

Popular Posts

    Recent News

    Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter MUSEVENI’S WALKING STICK! Besigye, Bobi Wine React as Museveni Fills EC with NRM Cadres

    Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination Hangs in Balance as EC Boss Byabakama Sends Him ‘Worrying’ Letter

    R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies Three Killed as Ugandan Woman Allegedly Sets Market Stalls on Fire to Harm Co-Wife Bunyoro Kingdom Prince Killed in Busega Accident SAD! NTV Uganda Journalist Dead SAD! Daily Monitor Editor Dead Shock as Ugandan Student Collapses and Dies During Sports Training University Lecturer Murdered by Suspected Kidnappers, Body Dumped in Mbarara SAD! 13 People, Mostly Clan Members Returning from Introduction Ceremony, Killed in Road Accident after Car Overturned Ugandan Woman Collapses, Dies During Police Recruitment Physical Fitness Test SAD! Three People Burnt Beyond Recognition in Bus Accident Security Guards Killed in Attack on Petrol Station R.I.P: Kabale University Lecturer Killed in Road Accident SAD! Shock as Student, Who Had Gone Out to Have Fun, is Killed SAD! Former Makerere Guild President and Government Critic Dies in Canada Former Vocal Ugandan Female MP Dies FESTIVE SEASON DEATHS: 5 Ugandans Kill Themselves, 8 Die Suddenly R.I.P: Bobi Wine’s Grandmother Dead. Burial Program Released Man Killed in Bar Fight on Christmas Eve SAD! Museveni Minister’s Husband Dead. Cause of Death Revealed SAD NEWS: Popular Ugandan Comedian and Musician Dead THIS LIFE! Uganda’s Digital Marketing Guru Kills Himself, Leaves Behind Shocking Suicide Note

    R.I.P: Shock as NRM Politician and Flagbearer Collapses, Dies

    • About
    • Advertise
    • Privacy & Policy
    • Contact

    © 2024 - The Pearl Times by The Pearl Times.

    Welcome Back!

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password?

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In
    error: Content is protected !!
    No Result
    View All Result
    • Home
    • News
      • National
      • Business
      • Sports
      • World
    • 2026 Elections
    • People
    • Featured
    • Viewsroom
    • PROSE & POETRY
    • Archives

    © 2024 - The Pearl Times by The Pearl Times.

    This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.