{UAH} It is now a ‘Car Free Zone’
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Dan Bwanika Lwero,
What do you make of this abrupt and authoritarian decision by Paul
Kagame to make Kigali Business Zone a Car Free Zone? It is a decision
that in theory I would support, but the manner in which he has done it
is so shocking. He just reacts by instinct to a newspaper editorial,
and the next day, a Car Free Zone is declared. No consultations, no
city council debates, no amending legislation, no consideration or
alternatives to businesses in the area. Typical Idi Amin style of
getting things done.
George Okello
THE BIG STORY
Special Reports
August 19, 2015 at 11:04 amBy Dan Ngabonziza inShare.0
It's official. No more vehicles the capital's Central Business
District (CBD), Kigali city authorities have declared.
It is now a 'Car Free Zone' following President Paul Kagame's twitter
response to an O-ped published in The New Times last week by its
editor Sunny Ntayombya.
He proposed that Kigali's central business zone be freed from traffic.
"The photograph of the President walking to the newly inaugurated City
Hall got me thinking. Wouldn't it be great if we all could do that?"
President Kagame, who had just been photographed while touring and
launching two city buildings, reacted to the article.
"From what Sunny had to write…in today's TNT (The New Times) about
CBD-Kigali, making it a car-free zone. I agree with him. Will check
with the Mayor."
The public is divided over the policy. The Presidents response has
ignited a spontaneous discussion on social media. A twitter debate
ensued this morning. Some are in support, others are ridiculing the
idea.
"I am amazed how young people can resist," says Serge kamihanda.
Anorld Kwizera says, "The idea is great but the manner in which it was
passed brings a lot into question."
Kigali city publicist, Bruno Rangira told KT Press this morning that,
'The public's opinions are premature. No action has been taken yet…but
we will inform you later today."
He however said that a plan is underway. "The official day to declare
CBD a car free zone will be Monday (24/8/2015)," he said.
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What do you make of this abrupt and authoritarian decision by Paul
Kagame to make Kigali Business Zone a Car Free Zone? It is a decision
that in theory I would support, but the manner in which he has done it
is so shocking. He just reacts by instinct to a newspaper editorial,
and the next day, a Car Free Zone is declared. No consultations, no
city council debates, no amending legislation, no consideration or
alternatives to businesses in the area. Typical Idi Amin style of
getting things done.
George Okello
THE BIG STORY
Special Reports
August 19, 2015 at 11:04 amBy Dan Ngabonziza inShare.0
It's official. No more vehicles the capital's Central Business
District (CBD), Kigali city authorities have declared.
It is now a 'Car Free Zone' following President Paul Kagame's twitter
response to an O-ped published in The New Times last week by its
editor Sunny Ntayombya.
He proposed that Kigali's central business zone be freed from traffic.
"The photograph of the President walking to the newly inaugurated City
Hall got me thinking. Wouldn't it be great if we all could do that?"
President Kagame, who had just been photographed while touring and
launching two city buildings, reacted to the article.
"From what Sunny had to write…in today's TNT (The New Times) about
CBD-Kigali, making it a car-free zone. I agree with him. Will check
with the Mayor."
The public is divided over the policy. The Presidents response has
ignited a spontaneous discussion on social media. A twitter debate
ensued this morning. Some are in support, others are ridiculing the
idea.
"I am amazed how young people can resist," says Serge kamihanda.
Anorld Kwizera says, "The idea is great but the manner in which it was
passed brings a lot into question."
Kigali city publicist, Bruno Rangira told KT Press this morning that,
'The public's opinions are premature. No action has been taken yet…but
we will inform you later today."
He however said that a plan is underway. "The official day to declare
CBD a car free zone will be Monday (24/8/2015)," he said.
--
Disclaimer:Everyone posting to this Forum bears the sole responsibility for any legal consequences of his or her postings, and hence statements and facts must be presented responsibly. Your continued membership signifies that you agree to this disclaimer and pledge to abide by our Rules and Guidelines.To unsubscribe from this group, send email to: ugandans-at-heart+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com or Abbey Semuwemba at: abbeysemuwemba@gmail.com.
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