Rwanda National Police

Motorcycle taxi operators operating in Huye District have been warned against breaching road traffic rules, which continues to contribute to accidents and loss of lives in the area.

The Chief Inspector of Police, Thomas Twahirwa while meeting over 750 motorists operating in Huye yesterday, observed that they over speed and ride carelessly, which in some cases resulting into fatal accidents.

The meeting aimed at assessing the security situation in the area and to lay joint strategies for sustainable security in the district.

There is about 1000 motorcycle taxi operators in Huye District organised in three cooperatives namely; CIM, COTTAMOHU and HTC.

CIP Twahirwa thanked them for cooperating with security organs to fight and prevent crimes, but appealed to strengthen this partnership by reporting their colleagues and other people that might be involved in illegal and criminal acts.

He also told them to be cautious of the passengers and luggage they transport and report anything suspicious.