Browsing by Author "Kironde, Joel"

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Is safety for non-motorized transport users truly a policy priority in Sub-Saharan Africa?
(International Journal of Injury Control and Safety Promotion, 2026-08-26) Kironde, Joel; Byaruhanga, Chris Bic; Mukwaya, Paul Isolo; Khayesi, Meleckidzedeck; Byakagaba, Patrick; Al Bargi, Walid Abdullah; Nyachieo, Gladys
Non-motorized transport (NMT), particularly walking and cycling, constitutes a significant share of daily mobility in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), yet pedestrians and cyclists remain disproportionately affected by road traffic fatalities and injuries. This review examines whether NMT safety is substantively prioritized within transport policy regimes in SSA. It investigates how safety is framed in policy discourse, the extent to which commitments are institutionally and financially embedded, and whether implementation reflects genuine prioritization or symbolic inclusion. A systematic literature review guided by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) approach analyzed peer-reviewed studies, policy documents, and institutional reports published between 2000 and 2026. Findings indicate that while policy frameworks increasingly acknowledge vulnerable road users, implementation remains constrained by motorization-oriented planning, limited funding, and fragmented institutional responsibilities. NMT infrastructure is often treated as a secondary component of road projects, with funding frequently dependent on external support. Consequently, a persistent gap exists between policy rhetoric and safety outcomes, with continued high pedestrian and cyclist fatalities and injuries. The review concludes that NMT safety in SSA is not fully embedded in regulatory, institutional, and fiscal systems, highlighting the need for stronger coordination, inclusive design standards, and sustained funding.
Travel choices and green travel potential among university students in Uganda
(African Geographical Review, 2026-06-30) Kironde, Joel; Walid, Abdullah Al Bargi; Byaruhanga, Chris Bic; Salama, Talat; Mukwaya, Paul Isolo; Assimwe, Eva; Edson, Da Graça Manuel Cumbe
Student populations are major trip generators in urban areas, yet empirical evidence on travel behavior and green mobility in Ugandan university contexts remains limited. This study examines mode choice and sustainable travel potential among students at Kampala International University (KIU), drawing on a survey of 383 respondents. Descriptive statistics and a Multinomial Logit (MNL) model were used to identify mode choice determinants. Results show that distance, travel time, cost, income, age, gender, and residential location significantly influence travel behavior. Students living farther from campus favor motorcycles and minibuses over cycling. Higher travel costs reduce private car and motorcycle use, increasing reliance on walking and shared transport. Higher-income students tend to drive alone, while lower-income students walk or use public transport. Male students are more likely to drive, cycle, or use motorcycles than females, and younger students walk more than older peers. Despite low satisfaction with walking and minibus services, students show willingness to shift toward sustainable modes if infrastructure and service reliability improve. The study concludes that targeted parking policies, improved walking and cycling infrastructure, and integrated land-use and transport planning are essential for promoting sustainable mobility at Ugandan universities.