Liberty Motors Uganda Director Remanded Over King David Junior School Bus Crash

• Liberty Motors Director Muhangi Shadaya charged with three counts under the Traffic and Road Safety Act
• Police allege driver involved in King David Junior School bus crash was using brother's driving licence
• Shadaya denied all charges, remanded until August 13, 2026
• Case file sanctioned by Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) awaiting prosecution

The investigation into Shadaya's role in the King David Junior School bus crash has significant implications for corporate accountability in Uganda.

The King David Junior School bus crash, which claimed the lives of 24 students, has led to a high-profile corporate liability investigation. The Director of Liberty Motors Uganda Limited, Muhangi Shadaya, was charged with three counts under the Traffic and Road Safety Act, Cap. 347. Police allege that the driver involved in the crash was operating the vehicle using his brother's driving licence, raising questions about the company's responsibility for ensuring its drivers are properly licensed. The charges against Shadaya include permitting a person without a valid driving permit to drive, allowing the use of a passenger vehicle without the required licence, and permitting the use of a mechanically defective motor vehicle on the road.

The charges against Shadaya are brought under the provisions of the Traffic and Road Safety Act, Cap. 347. This legislation sets out strict guidelines for the operation of vehicles in Uganda, including requirements for driver licensing and vehicle maintenance. The Act also empowers law enforcement agencies to take action against individuals or companies that fail to comply with its provisions. In this case, police allege that Liberty Motors failed to ensure that its drivers were properly licensed, leading to the tragic consequences of the bus crash.

The investigation into Shadaya's role in the King David Junior School bus crash has significant implications for corporate accountability in Uganda. The case highlights the need for companies to take responsibility for ensuring that their drivers are properly licensed and that vehicles are maintained to a high standard. If convicted, Shadaya could face severe penalties under the Traffic and Road Safety Act, setting an important precedent for future prosecution of corporate officials in similar circumstances.

Lawyers should watch for the precedent set by this case, particularly under the Traffic and Road Safety Act, Cap. 347, as it may impact future prosecution of corporate officials in similar circumstances.

Source: Original reporting via Nile Post