The Karuma Bridge will shut down from March 10 to March 31, 2025. The bridge needs new expansion joints. These repairs will help keep the bridge safe for years.
Last year workers did some repairs on the bridge. They opened it for small cars on December 20, 2024. This lets people travel during Christmas time. But more work needs to be done.
The Ministry of Works and Transport says the Ayago Bridge also needs to be fixed. Its joints are worn out from heavy use. Both bridges help people travel on main roads.
Drivers must take other roads during the bridge shutdown. If you want to go between Kampala and Gulu or West Nile, use the road through Luwero, Kafu, Masindi, Paraa, and then to Pakwach or Gulu.
People heading to Lira from Kampala should drive through Iganga, Nakalama, Tirinyi, Pallisa, Kumi, and Soroti. You can also reach Lira using the Rwenkunye-Apac road and take the Masindi Port Ferry.
The Works Minister Edward Katumba Wamala says they must close the bridge to keep everyone safe. He asks drivers to plan trips ahead of time. The repairs will make Uganda roads better for all users.
Check for news updates about the bridge from the ministry. This will help you know when the road opens again.
Last year workers did some repairs on the bridge. They opened it for small cars on December 20, 2024. This lets people travel during Christmas time. But more work needs to be done.
The Ministry of Works and Transport says the Ayago Bridge also needs to be fixed. Its joints are worn out from heavy use. Both bridges help people travel on main roads.
Drivers must take other roads during the bridge shutdown. If you want to go between Kampala and Gulu or West Nile, use the road through Luwero, Kafu, Masindi, Paraa, and then to Pakwach or Gulu.
People heading to Lira from Kampala should drive through Iganga, Nakalama, Tirinyi, Pallisa, Kumi, and Soroti. You can also reach Lira using the Rwenkunye-Apac road and take the Masindi Port Ferry.
The Works Minister Edward Katumba Wamala says they must close the bridge to keep everyone safe. He asks drivers to plan trips ahead of time. The repairs will make Uganda roads better for all users.
Check for news updates about the bridge from the ministry. This will help you know when the road opens again.
