The government claims it might actually listen to complaints about strict new driving rules. Andrew Magombana from the Ministry of Transport confirmed officials are reviewing feedback on the 2026 Land Transport Regulatory Authority draft guidelines regarding driver exhaustion. Operators dislike the proposed nine-hour daily cap.
Critics argue that measuring limits using time makes zero sense when traffic jams in Dar es Salaam keep everyone stuck for ages. They prefer that the law use distance covered instead. The draft currently hits vehicle owners with fines reaching half a million shillings for violations.
Habibu Suluo insists these measures exist to save lives rather than crush businesses. The director pointed out that tired drivers keep crashing, which destroys expensive buses and kills paying customers. He argued that preventing accidents ultimately protects the bottom line for investors.
Magombana gave everyone two weeks to send in written opinions before anything became permanent law. The administration promises to weigh these views against national interests to stop the carnage on the roads without bankrupting the transport sector.
Critics argue that measuring limits using time makes zero sense when traffic jams in Dar es Salaam keep everyone stuck for ages. They prefer that the law use distance covered instead. The draft currently hits vehicle owners with fines reaching half a million shillings for violations.
Habibu Suluo insists these measures exist to save lives rather than crush businesses. The director pointed out that tired drivers keep crashing, which destroys expensive buses and kills paying customers. He argued that preventing accidents ultimately protects the bottom line for investors.
Magombana gave everyone two weeks to send in written opinions before anything became permanent law. The administration promises to weigh these views against national interests to stop the carnage on the roads without bankrupting the transport sector.
