Gov’t suspends ban on preaching, hawking in moving vehicles

The government has suspended the implementation of the provision in the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026, which prohibits preaching and hawking in moving public and commercial vehicles, Citi  News can confirm.

The decision follows public debate over the regulation, particularly concerns about its implications for religious expression and evangelism in commercial vehicles.

Offenders face a fine of between 10 and 50 penalty units, imprisonment for up to eight months, or both.

The regulation has drawn attention from religious leaders and other stakeholders, with concerns about how the restrictions could affect religious activities commonly undertaken in buses.

It remains unclear whether the suspension will lead to a review of the provision or changes to its enforcement.

Government is yet to issue a public statement outlining the full details of the suspension.