Kagera Police receive 14 vehicles to strengthen operational capacity

BUKOBA: THE Kagera Police Force has received 14 new vehicles over the past six months to enhance its operational capacity, improve professionalism and increase police accessibility across the region.

Kagera Regional Police Commander, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police (SACP) Blasius Chatanda, made the announcement during a handing-over ceremony of brand-new vehicles which will be allocated to the region’s seven districts: Muleba, Bukoba, Biharamulo, Ngara, Karagwe, Kyerwa and Missenyi.

“On behalf of all Kagera residents, I would like to express our gratitude to the government under President Samia Suluhu Hassan for allocating these 14 brand-new vehicles to the Police Force in our region. These vehicles will significantly enhance our capacity to provide timely services to the people,” said SACP Chatanda.

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He also said that between January and March this year, 95 drivers had their licenses revoked for violating road regulations.

“The operation is ongoing, and we are committed to minimising road crashes,” he added.

SACP Chatanda further explained that in 2024, a total of 63 drivers in the region had their licences revoked for traffic law violations, including speeding, reckless driving and driving under the influence of alcohol.