Uganda Bans Heavy Trucks on Kampala-Entebbe Expressway to Prevent Damage

The Ministry of Works and Transport in Uganda has announced a temporary ban on heavy commercial vehicles using the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway. Starting August 31, 2026, trucks weighing 7,500kg and above, whether loaded or unloaded, will be prohibited from the route.

This measure is intended to safeguard the expressway's infrastructure, including its carriageways, ramps, toll plazas, and bridges. The restriction is in place as the government works to complete and commission weighing and load-verification facilities. The ministry emphasized that this is a temporary measure to ensure the long-term sustainability of the road.

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Starting Monday, 31st August 2026, commercial vehicles weighing 7,500kg and above (GVW) loaded or unloaded will be temporarily restricted from using the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway.

Commercial vehicles weighing less than 7,500kg will continue to have access to the expressway. Additionally, emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks, and police vehicles are exempted from the ban. Operators of heavy transport vehicles are advised to plan for lawful alternative routes during this period.

The Kampala-Entebbe Expressway is a vital 26.2-kilometer toll highway connecting the capital city to Entebbe International Airport. It significantly reduces travel time, typically taking 30 to 45 minutes. The Ministry of Works and Transport manages the expressway, with operations handled by Egis Road Operation.

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Heavy transporters please plan for lawful alternative routes.