Lesson 1Keeping Records and Audit Needs: Trip Logs, Receipts, Digital Files and App Reporting DutiesThis explains duties for keeping records as a TVDE driver in Uganda, including trip logs, receipts, digital files, and how app data helps with audits, tax checks, and rule inspections, plus how long to keep them and privacy rules.
Required trip data and minimum log detailsIssuing and storing receipts for passengersUsing platform dashboards and exportsRecommended digital backup practicesLegal record retention time limitsProtecting passenger data and privacyLesson 2Work Limits: No-Go Zones, Allowed Pickup/Dropoff Spots, Airport Rules, Congestion Fees, and Event RulesThis looks at work limits like no-go zones, pickup and dropoff rules, airport ways, congestion or low-emission fees, and event controls that affect where, when, and how TVDE drivers can work in Uganda.
Understanding city geofencing and no‑go areasPickup and dropoff rules at curbs and hubsAirport staging, permits and fee proceduresCongestion, toll and low‑emission chargesNighttime, school and hospital zone limitsTemporary rules for festivals and big eventsLesson 3Needed Training, Background Checks, Health Exams, and Crime Record RulesThis describes required training, background checks, and health exams for TVDE drivers in Uganda, including course topics, exam types, crime record checks, health standards, and how appeals or change may affect if you qualify.
Mandatory TVDE training course contentFinal exams and minimum passing criteriaCriminal record and police background checksMedical fitness standards and periodic examsHandling past convictions or pending casesAppeals and rehabilitation based exceptionsLesson 4Driver Licence and Work Permits Needed for TVDE (Applying, Renewing, Things That Stop You)This explains driver licence and work permits needed for TVDE in Uganda, including basic driver licence type, local work card, applying steps, renewing, health fitness, and common offences or document problems that stop you.
Required driver license class and validityApplying for the local TVDE professional cardDocuments and fees for permit applicationsRenewal timelines and avoiding expirationsCommon disqualifying offenses or sanctionsUpdating details after address or status changesLesson 5Finding Key Local Offices and Laws for TVDE and Ride-HailingThis finds main local offices and law sources that control TVDE in Uganda, including transport bodies, town councils, airport managers, and how to check laws, rules, and official guides for staying right with rules.
Transport and mobility regulatory agenciesCity council bylaws affecting ride‑hailingAirport and special zone managing bodiesHow to search official legal databasesReading and interpreting local regulationsStaying updated on new rules and noticesLesson 6Local Work and Tax Duties for Self-Employed Drivers (Billing, VAT/Sales Tax, Income Reports)This details how self-employed TVDE drivers in Uganda handle billing, VAT or sales tax, and income reports, including signing up as self-employed, keeping records, costs you can subtract, and matching app reports with local tax times.
Registering as self‑employed or micro‑businessWhen VAT or sales tax registration is requiredIssuing invoices and digital receipts correctlyTracking deductible operating and vehicle expensesUsing platform reports for annual tax returnsAvoiding common tax non‑compliance risksLesson 7Fines, Penalties, Suspension and Appeal Ways for Breaking RulesThis details fines, licence points, suspensions, and vehicle taking for breaking TVDE rules in Uganda, plus how checks work, times to reply, appeal choices, and ways to stop breaking rules again.
Common TVDE infractions and fine rangesAdministrative versus criminal sanctionsGrounds for suspension or permit revocationNotification, deadlines and payment optionsHow to file an appeal or formal complaintPreventing repeat violations through complianceLesson 8Insurance Needs: Business/Ride-Hailing Cover, Liability Limits, Proof and Claims WaysThis covers needed insurance for ride-hailing in Uganda, including business or app-based cover, least liability limits, proof of insurance in vehicle or app, things not covered, and how to report and handle claims after an event.
Difference between personal and commercial coverageMinimum liability limits set by the cityWhen platform insurance is active or inactiveKeeping valid proof of insurance accessibleSteps to follow after a collision or incidentReporting and tracking an insurance claimLesson 9Vehicle Signing Up, Checks, Emissions, and Allowed Vehicle Types and AgesThis explains how local rules in Uganda control which vehicles can work for TVDE, including sign-up status, regular checks, emission standards, age and distance limits, and special types like electric, wheelchair-friendly, or fancy vehicles.
Choosing a compliant vehicle class and body typeLocal rules on vehicle age, mileage and conditionRegistration status and proof kept in the vehicleMandatory safety and roadworthiness inspectionsCity emissions and low‑emission zone standardsRules for EVs, hybrids and accessible vehicles
