Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | National Lottery operators ITHUBA Uganda have launched a transformative Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Empowerment Programme aimed at uplifting Uganda’s boda boda riders through financial inclusion, digital skills development, and entrepreneurship. The new initiative, developed with the support of the Boda Boda Association of …
Read More »Reach A Hand, United Boda Boda launch sexual health and road safety campaign
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a bid to promote Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and road safety among riders, Reach A Hand, Uganda and United Boda Boda Riders Cooperative Union (UBBRCU) have launched a campaign to advance SRHR and curb road safety among boda boda riders. The campaign, …
Read More »Boda Boda leaders promote electric bikes to cut costs
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Boda boda leaders across Uganda are encouraging riders to adopt electric motorcycles as a cost-saving and environmentally friendly alternative to petrol-powered bikes. Baker Kasawuli, General Manager of the United Boda Boda Riders Cooperative Union, speaking at the Spiro plant in Namanve, said the union’s asset …
Read More »Vivo Energy Uganda launches “Ebyakabi Nze Abirina #SityaMbeera” campaign for boda- boda Riders
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has kicked off an exciting new campaign called “Ebyakabi Nze Abirina #SityaMbeera,” a powerful message of confidence and toughness for every motorcyclist in Uganda. This campaign shines a light on two top-notch Shell products: Shell Advance motorcycle engine oil and Shell …
Read More »Hongera Saana Uganda, security agencies offer free trackers to boda-boda riders
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a move to enhance the safety and security of boda-boda riders, Hongera Saana Uganda, in partnership with security agencies, has launched a new initiative to distribute free motorcycle tracking devices to riders across the country. Ashraf Muyomba, the National Coordinator of Hongera Saana …
Read More »Boda Boda riders get new app, to benefit from land loan scheme
New Boda Boda App to Boost Rider and Passenger Safety Nationwide Mityana, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Boda boda riders across the country are set to benefit from a new land loan scheme aimed at improving their housing and settlement conditions. The initiative is spearheaded by the United Boda Boda Riders …
Read More »Boda boda riders pledge to protect girls from sexual exploitation
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPEPENDENT | A group of fathers from Kampala’s boda boda community have pledged to take a stand against sexual violence, particularly to protect young girls from exploitation. The commitment was made in Busega, a suburb of Kampala, during a special Father’s Day celebration organized by Fathers Arise, …
Read More »How Mogo Uganda is bridging the EV Ecosystem access gap
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In Uganda’s bustling cities, boda boda riders weave through traffic, the heartbeat of the nation’s informal economy. These motorcycle taxis are more than just a mode of transport—they’re a lifeline for millions. But with rising fuel costs and growing environmental concerns, the shift to …
Read More »Boda-Boda Rider’s Union unleashes products to fully empower members
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In yet another move to empower riders nationwide, the BodaBoda Riders Cooperative Union on Wednesday unleashed several products to empower members that use the ride-hailing app, Union App. At a colorful event at Garden City in Kampala, Uganda’s top boda-boda cooperative officially launched Union …
Read More »Boda boda rider jailed 28 years for raping customer
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal in Kampala has dismissed an appeal by Christopher Damulira a boda boda rider who was convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl in Gomba District whom he was transporting. The Court, comprising Justices Christopher Gashirabake, Dr Asa Mugenyi, and John Mike Musisi, …
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