Leaders of Uganda’s transport sector have formed a National Alliance, bringing together the Boda Boda Union, Taxi Union, Bus Union, and Truck Drivers Association of Uganda.
According to Fred Ssenoga Bagenda, The Union Business Product Advisor, the transport sector in Uganda has long been fragmented, informal, and underserved, lacking a structured approach. He added that this has hindered access to financing and coordination needed to unlock its full economic potential.
“The coordinated structure enables shared access to financing, technology, partnerships, and markets,” Ssenoga said. “Millions of operators across boda bodas, taxis, buses, and trucks have operated without access to affordable financing, organized systems, or collective bargaining power.”
The alliance will be branded as ‘UNION’, building on the success of the Boda Boda Union model. The umbrella body aims to integrate boda bodas, taxis, buses, and truck operators onto one unified platform, offering products such as ride-hailing apps, bike loans, and other services.
Ssenoga said the Alliance represents a major step towards formalizing and scaling one of Uganda’s most critical economic sectors, unlocking new opportunities for asset ownership, income growth, and long-term financial security for transport workers.
The UNION ecosystem is expected to benefit over 10 million Ugandans and contribute to the National 10-fold growth strategy and NDP IV priority areas. The alliance also opens doors for collaboration with partners across the mobility, financial, and manufacturing sectors.