Uganda Car Dealers Demand Answers as Digital Number Plates Fail to Track Stolen Vehicles

[Eronda]

Car dealers met with Transport Minister Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala to voice concerns that Uganda’s new digital number plate system under ITMS fails to track stolen vehicles effectively.

The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System, supplied by a Russian company, promised real-time tracking features but has drawn criticism over untraceable stolen cars, rollout delays, and supply chain disruptions

Public and industry frustration persists despite some reported vehicle recoveries, with stakeholders questioning the system’s overall performance in improving security.