Fatshimetrie: The Challenge of Crossing the Lubi Bridge
Since the collapse of the Lubi Bridge, linking the two banks of the river of the same name in Kena Kuna, in the territory of Kabeya Kamuanga, users of this route have been faced with a new challenge: crossing the river by canoe. Three weeks have passed since this tragic event, and the lives of the inhabitants of the region have been deeply impacted.
Now, to reach the other bank, users must resort to the services of local canoeists, thus incurring additional expenses. Discussions on the prices of these crossings are omnipresent, creating a palpable tension between passengers and canoeists.
A committee of circumstances has been set up to regulate the crossing fees, setting prices for people and goods. However, these prices are criticized by users who consider them excessive. Traders are the main ones affected by these fees, while some privileged people, such as students, civil servants, farmers and law enforcement officers, benefit from a free crossing by administrative order.
Discussions around crossing fees highlight the difficulties encountered by the inhabitants of the region to travel safely and affordably. Users of the Mbuji-Mayi-Kananga road are therefore calling for the rapid rehabilitation of the Lubi bridge in order to put an end to these obstacles and facilitate their travel.
Beyond the inconvenience caused by this collapse, the situation highlights the challenges faced by inhabitants of remote regions in terms of road infrastructure. Access to reliable and secure communication routes is essential for the socio-economic development of these areas, highlighting the importance of investments in transport infrastructure.
In conclusion, the crossing of the Lubi bridge river by pirogue has become the symbol of the difficulties encountered by the inhabitants of the Kena Kuna region. This situation highlights the need for rapid action to rehabilitate the bridge and thus guarantee the mobility of local populations, which is essential to their well-being and development.