Faras Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering its boda boda riders by honouring top performers and investing in new safety equipment, strengthening its reputation as one of the most organised and rider-centered mobility companies in the country.
For the third consecutive year, Faras rewarded its best-performing rider—known internally as the Best Captain—with a brand-new motorcycle, a recognition that celebrates discipline, professionalism, and excellent customer service. This year’s winner, Nsereko Karim, was praised for his hard work and exemplary conduct, which placed him ahead of hundreds of captains on the platform.
The award ceremony took place during Faras’s end-of-year party, an event that doubled as the official launch of new reflective jackets and rearguards for riders. The celebration was held under the theme “Safety and Smartness in the Festive Season.”
General Manager Kasaija Mudhafar Hamad applauded the riders who continue to uphold the company’s standards:
“We have a strong team that drives the services we give to our customers and the success we enjoy at Faras.” “This festive season comes with excitement, but also with risk. We want our riders to go home safely every day, which is why these reflectors are essential.”
He added that the new reflective jackets would improve visibility for riders both day and night: “If you’re riding in the night or during the day, it is safer.”
Stakeholders in transport safety commended Faras’s proactive interventions. Emmanuel Okiria of the Legacy Road Safety Initiative described the company as a model transport organisation that others can learn from.
Faras also used the platform to urge riders to prioritise their safety and protect their livelihoods during the festive season. Abdul Razak, Driver Relations Manager at Faras Ugandawarned riders about heightened risks associated with the holidays:
“There are many thieves and robbers who want your motorcycles. Road accidents are many, and people are going to be drinking. Take care of your bikes, phones and lives.”
He thanked management for the high-visibility jackets, saying they would help riders stay safe on the road.
Partners and supporters of the boda boda industry echoed similar sentiments. Duncan Zimba from Tugende, a for-profit social enterprise offering boda boda lans, noted that Faras is growing at an impressive rate, while Marketing Manager Katende Karim emphasized the importance of collaborating with stakeholders who want to see the boda boda business thrive.
Adonia Manyire, the OC Traffic Wandegeya Police Station, commended Faras for investing heavily in road safety:
“Faras has invested a lot of money in this program. These are high-quality, high-standard, visible reflectors. Fellow riders will not knock you because they will be seeing you.”
He added that the new gear will contribute significantly to reducing accidents.
As the festive season begins, Faras’s combination of rider rewards, safety awareness, and investment in reflective gear positions the company as one of the leading forces shaping a safer and more professional boda boda sector in Uganda.
