Article: The Masisi-Walikale road in advanced disrepair: a call to action from truckers
The road linking Masisi and Walikale territories in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been in a state of disrepair for many years. This worrying situation has a considerable impact on the road transporters who depend on this road to transport manufactured goods from the city of Goma to these regions.
Truckers in Masisi have expressed their frustration with the disastrous state of this road. Despite their numerous correspondences with the provincial authorities, no concrete action has been taken to remedy the situation. With the onset of the rainy season, which will make the road even more difficult to pass, road hauliers are asking for urgent intervention from the provincial authority.
In addition to the logistical and economic problems faced by transporters, the impassability of this road also has an impact on the local population. The prices of agricultural products have doubled on the market, due to the scarcity of products from the territories of Rutshuru, Masisi and Nyiragongo.
Traders in Goma deplore this situation, pointing out that the M23 war is also a contributing factor to this price increase and food shortage.
Despite the funding previously allocated for the rehabilitation of this road, notably under the provincial government of Julien Paluku and during the state of siege, no tangible improvement has been observed.
It is imperative that the Congolese authorities take urgent action to resolve this road crisis. The population depends on this road for its supply of vital products, and the lack of intervention compromises their food security and their local economy.
In conclusion, the advanced degradation of the Masisi-Walikale road is an urgent problem that requires immediate action from the authorities. It is essential to invest in the repair and maintenance of this road in order to facilitate trade and ensure access to affordable agricultural products for the local population. The development of adequate road infrastructure is essential to promote economic development and improve the quality of life of the communities concerned