Kampala-Entebbe Expressway
The Kampala-Entebbe Expressway did not only bring a safer and faster route between Kampala and Entebbe, it also brought new opportunities, to see and experience parts of this beautiful region we never have. Sadly most see these beauties in the comfort of their lofty cars or on the back of boda’s as they zoom along the expressway. On 9th November, 2022, with most of my gear, I’ll share details on in another post, I braved the storm-threatening weather in search of these beauties. Below is an account of my experience. All images taken with the Nikon D500.
The Setup
The setup for the first set of images and the blog’s feature image. This is along the flyover that connects to Munyonyo Martyr’s Shrine.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 55mm, f/2.8, ISO 100 and 1/320s.
Slow Down
A composite image of 15 images taken with the D500 mounted on the tripod.
Taken with Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 18mm, f/3.5, ISO 400 and 1/2s.
Floating Home
An interesting habitant! Where there is a will, surely there is a way. Taken with Kiruddu Referral Hospital in the background.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR at 210mm, f/5.6, ISO 200 and 1/400s.
Where to?
A lady carrying dried papyrus that is commonly used to make huts, fences and ropes.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 55mm, f/2.8, ISO 100 and 1/1600s.
Panning Trial
Wouldn’t be an expressway without a few cars!
Taken with Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 38mm, f/14, ISO 100 and 1/50s.
Dried fish for lunch
Taken with everyone’s consent, Mukibi has just bought what I presume was a late lunch or late dinner.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 20mm, f/2.8, ISO 100 and 1/400s.
Mukibi
Just your average day.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 19mm, f/2.8, ISO 100 and 1/5000s.
To Cross Or …?
Good thing there are zebra crossings!
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 19mm, f/20, ISO 100 and 1/60s.
Look Left, Right then Left Again
Crossing the expressway is no easy task. This was the beginning of the end. Heading back home
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 17mm, f/20, ISO 100 and 1/60s.
40 KM/H
Looks like no one actually reads the signposts.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 26mm, f/22, ISO 100 and 1/25s.
This little guy is making use of the numerous road reserve markers posted along the entire length of the Munyonyo to Kajjansi leg of the expressway
Taken with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR at 500mm, f/5.6, ISO 100 and 1/500s.
Another Grey-backed fiscal
Perched on some branches, this was the closest I got while trying not to spook the little guy.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR at 500mm, f/5.6, ISO 200 and 1/2000s.
A Ducking Grey-backed fiscal
Pleased to capture the same little guy as before framed between these 2 branches. Probably staring at its next meal.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR at 500mm, f/5.6, ISO 200 and 1/2000s.
Kaggwa Bridge
The only bridge on the shortened leg on of the expressway, this 425m bridge connects Munyonyo to Busabala.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 17mm, f/5.6, ISO 100 and 1/800s.
Channel In a Swap
Taken from the Kaggwa Bridge with Buziga and Konge hills in the background!
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 17mm, f/11, ISO 400 and 1/160s.
The Cross
The cross at the top of the Munyonyo Martyr’s Shrine shoot through a moving lorry.
Taken with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 IF-ED at 32mm, f/20, ISO 100 and 1/30s.