| dc.description.abstract | This research focuses on evaluating pedestrian safety solutions along the Kampala-Hoima Road in Nansana Municipality, Uganda. The road network is the backbone of Uganda's transport system, but the prevalence of motorized vehicles poses challenges such as traffic
congestion and accidents that affect pedestrian safety and comfort. The study cites a high rate of deaths resulting from road accidents, with 26% of these being pedestrians. Presented in the findings, is the analysis of studies that aimed to evaluate the pedestrian level of safety on the road. The study used observation checklists, secondary sources, measurement, and key
informant interviews to collect data. The observations were made in eight different locations along the road, and the variables assessed included the availability of crossing facilities, lighting, adequate sidewalk width, surface quality, signage, accessibility, and the presence of obstacles on sidewalks. The results were statistically analyzed in excel and summarized in graphs. The study found that central to pedestrian safety was access and surface quality as most consistent while road markings and signage were the most inconsistent. Interviews were
conducted with members of the police and road engineers with experience and knowledge about pedestrian infrastructure along highways. The study concludes that the road needs improvements in its infrastructure to ensure pedestrian safety. | en_US |
