The Ministry of Works and Transport has launched a thorough inspection of all buses operated by Y.Y Coach Company at the Namanve Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre.
This action follows a directive from the State Minister for Transport, Fred Byabakama, in response to recent serious accidents involving the company’s buses on major roads.
Ministry spokesperson Suzan Kataike confirmed that the inspection began on Friday, May 16, and is expected to take one week.
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“The exercise kicked off today at our Namanve inspection station, as instructed by the minister,” Kataike said. “A technical team is handling the inspection and is expected to complete it within a week. Their findings will be submitted to the minister, who will then determine the next steps.”
Earlier in the week, the ministry suspended Y.Y. Coach’s operations for 15 days to allow for a full investigation and compliance audit.
Kataike also noted that the inspection process includes checking the roadworthiness of the buses and confirming that drivers hold the correct class of driving licenses.
“We’re conducting several assessments to ensure Passenger Service Vehicles (PSVs) meet the required standards, including verifying valid route charts,” she added.
Police have linked the recent road crashes to excessive speeding, prompting calls for tighter safety regulations.
With 25,107 road accidents recorded in 2024—a 6.4% increase from the previous year—the Ministry’s efforts are aimed at boosting road safety and reducing future incidents.
The final report from the inspection will guide the government on Y.Y Coach’s possible return to service and any additional safety measures required.
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