Uganda Re- the COMESA National Bureau Held its First Sensitization Workshop on the COMESA Yellow Card Scheme for Eastern Region Traffic Police Officers
Uganda Re, the National Bureau for the COMESA Yellow Card Scheme, successfully hosted a sensitization Workshop for Traffic Police Officers in Eastern Region. This milestone event brought together traffic officers from districts across Eastern Uganda, alongside representatives from the Uganda Police Directorate and other key stakeholders in road safety and insurance enforcement.
The workshop was officially opened by Mr. Ronald Musoke, CEO of Uganda Re, who warmly welcomed the participants. In his remarks, Mr. Musoke provided a concise overview of the COMESA Yellow Card Third Party Scheme, noting its transition in 2020 from NIC Holdings to Uganda Re, which now acts as the designated National Bureau.
He emphasized that the workshop aimed to strengthen cooperation between insurers and law enforcement and to equip traffic police with critical knowledge and tools for more effective enforcement of the COMESA Yellow Card. This, he noted, would enhance protection for road users, property and the lives of people across Uganda.
A key highlight of Mr. Musoke’s address was the ongoing digital transformation of the Yellow Card Scheme. He informed participants about the move from manual to automated processes and introduced tools such as the USSD verification code and mobile app, which allow real-time validation of insurance policies. He encouraged the officers to actively participate in discussions and to share their experiences and feedback to improve the scheme’s implementation.
A hands-on session followed, where participants practiced using the USSD verification code and the COMESA Yellow Card mobile app, enhancing their familiarity with the new digital tools aimed at streamlining policy verification in real-time. Strengthening Enforcement and Cross-Border Cooperation
The training concluded with remarks from Regional Traffic Officer – Kiira Region, Mable Asingwire, who expressed gratitude to the Uganda Re team for their informative and engaging sessions. She encouraged fellow officers to apply the knowledge gained in their daily duties, especially in handling cases involving foreign-registered vehicles and insurance verification.
This workshop marked an important step in building stronger partnerships between COMESA, Uganda Re and national law enforcement agencies. It reinforced the shared commitment to improving cross-border road safety, efficient claims handling, and regional integration under the COMESA Yellow Card Third Party Scheme.
