By Sunday Alozio
Despite a notice issued by the United Bus Drivers Association (UBDA) on October 8, announcing a peaceful industrial action to temporarily park buses over unresolved concerns regarding drivers’ badges, refresher training requirements, associated costs, and other requirements, bus operators in Fort Portal city have continued to operate normally.
Our reporter visited bus terminals in Fort Portal city today and found buses operating as usual, with passengers and luggage being loaded as buses arrived and departed for various destinations.
At Summit Coaches Fort Portal Bus Terminal Manager, Mwesige Isaac, noted that the company had continued operating without disruptions, attributing this to the good working relationship between the company and its employees.
He emphasized that while the company continues to operate normally, drivers are still demanding that the government address their concerns by receiving meaningful engagement and resolution.
Meanwhile, at Link Bus Terminal in Fort Portal City, our reporter observed buses arriving from and departing for different destinations, with passengers and luggage on board.
Our reporter tried to contact Link Bus Public Relations Officer for a comment, but although the phone rang, the officer did not answer by the time of filling this story.
The United Bus Drivers Association had earlier notified the Uganda Bus Owners Association (UBOA), the Ministry of Works and Transport, the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, and the general public of its intention to temporarily park buses effective October 12, today