Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Overloaded

Some pictures speak for themselves. These are just a few of the overloaded modes of transportation we see daily here in Uganda. If there are weight limits in the country, they are not enforced much. And yes, the overloaded vehicles do contribute to the terrible roads.


Each bag on this truck is full of 220 lbs. of charcoal. Add up just the bags you see x 220... I think I see 20 bags- and that is only the rear view- imagine how many more bags there are on the other side! Imagine when they break down or have accidents! Ugh.




Usually the bikes and bodas with loads such as these are taking them to certain markets.


A bed in a bed.

Sometime I'll have my camera with me when I pass a boda (small motorcycle taxi) loaded with chickens. I see them regularly, but never have my camera, or else traffic is such I can't stop to take the picture. They put about 60+ (?) chickens on a boda and take them to market. Keep a lookout!