Below are some of the road rules in Uganda

• Keep right. Every nation has a system that controls the flow of traffic depending on the available routes and so is Uganda. Driving in Uganda, traffic moves on the right-hand side and for starters, this is one of the essential road rules and regulations you should put into consideration. 
• A valid driving license should be a must-have if you plan to drive in Uganda. Visitors with valid international driving permits can embark on a self-drive in Uganda provided that it is valid for a period you plan to spend in this country. 
• Do not drink and drive in Uganda. Drunk drivers are liable to fine and jail for at least 24 hours. The legal alcohol level in Uganda is 0.08 percent. Note, random breath testing can be carried out by police and it is legal.
• The speed limit, while you drive in urban/towns in Uganda, is 40kms per hr and provinces, 60kms per hr. Therefore, be mindful of the speed at which you drive while on self-drive in Uganda.
• Always be on your seat belts while on road trip in Uganda. Wearing seat belts isn’t a crime and prior to hitting the road make sure you and everyone are on seat belts. This is essential for your safety on the road.
• Using phones while driving in Uganda is highly not recommended. This can distract your attention and, in most cases, this habit has caused so many road accidents. Therefore, decease from it and enjoy your ride and in case you need to make a call/receive a call it is better you park aside.

For emergencies, please contact 112, 113 in case of traffic accidents and 116 for abuse by a police officer. Have the best of your road trip in Uganda.