A police crackdown on old and defective taxis, known as DMCs, in Kampala, Uganda, has led to a significant reduction in available vehicles. This shortage of taxis is causing considerable disruption for commuters across the city and surrounding areas. Taxi operators are capitalizing on the increased demand by raising fares, leaving passengers stranded or forced to pay more for transportation. The crackdown aims to improve road safety by removing unsafe vehicles, but has unintentionally created a transport crisis. Authorities have not yet commented on measures to address the resulting fare increases and passenger difficulties. The situation is impacting daily commutes and raising concerns about accessibility for residents.