The Uganda Police Force has warned content creators and social media influencers against filming videos or engaging in social media activities while driving, cautioning that anyone caught engaging in the practice risks criminal prosecution under the country’s traffic laws.The warning comes amid growing concerns over distracted driving, with some motorists increasingly recording videos and creating social media content while behind the wheel, putting themselves and other road users at risk.Addressing journalists in Kampala on Wednesday, Traffic and Road Safety Directorate spokesperson SP Michael Kananura said police are stepping up enforcement against the practice, reminding motorists that the law prohibits using mobile phones while driving.“There’s a law that can get those content creators who record videos on the road and record videos while driving,” Kananura said.He urged content creators and other motorists to prioritise road safety rather than engage in activities that could distract them while operating vehicles.Kim Kardashian allegedly had gun held to her head during 2018 Uganda trip with Kanye West“They are putting their lives and those of other road users at risk. We urge them to stop such behaviour and concentrate on the road because careless driving can lead to fatal crashes,” he added.Under the Traffic and Road Safety (Restriction of Use of Mobile Telephones) Regulations, 2004, drivers are prohibited from operating mobile phones while driving.Those convicted of violating the regulations face a penalty of up to one year in prison, a fine of not less than five currency points, or both.Police have reiterated the importance of responsible driving, warning that creating content for social media should never come at the expense of road safety.The post Police warn content creators against filming while driving appeared first on MBU.