BREAKING NEWS!! Uganda’s Electronic Traffic Fine System Suspended

In a surprising development, the Ministry of Works and Transport has announced the suspension of the controversial EPS Auto system, effective midnight on June 11, 2025. The decision follows an extensive internal review of the system’s performance and its impact on motorists nationwide.

Introduced to enhance traffic law enforcement through electronic surveillance and automated fines, the EPS Auto system quickly drew criticism. Many drivers, legal professionals, and even Members of Parliament raised concerns over its fairness, lack of transparency, and limited avenues for motorists to contest penalties.

In a brief statement, the Ministry called on all road users to continue adhering to traffic regulations despite the system’s suspension. “We urge all road users to continue driving responsibly and observing traffic rules,” the statement read.

Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, is expected to provide further details on June 12. His upcoming address is anticipated to clarify the government’s next steps—whether the EPS Auto system will be revised, replaced, or permanently dismantled.

Uncertainty remains, particularly regarding fines already issued under the system. The Ministry has yet to confirm whether existing penalties will stand, be refunded, or reviewed—a topic expected to be addressed in the forthcoming ministerial update.

In the meantime, drivers across the country are hopeful that any future system will be built on principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability. The suspension of EPS Auto could signal a shift toward a more just approach to traffic enforcement in Uganda.