Fatshimetrie, October 13, 2024 – The problem of traffic jams in the city of Matadi, the capital of Kongo-Central in the Democratic Republic of Congo, raises restrictive measures aimed at improving road traffic. Indeed, heavy goods vehicles without an adequate garage are now prohibited from entering before 10 p.m., according to a press release from the provincial Ministry of Transport.
This decision, taken at the instigation of His Excellency the Governor of the province, Grâce Nkuanga Masuangi Bilolo, aims to stem the scourge of traffic jams that hinder the flow of traffic in the region, particularly in Matadi. Concretely, heavy goods vehicle drivers must have a garage in the city to circulate before 10 p.m. A commission has been set up to identify these garages, assess their reception capacity and monitor compliance with this measure on the ground.
At the same time, the provincial Ministry of Transport reminds that it is strictly forbidden to carry out unloading operations in broad daylight, these being reserved for the period from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. These measures are part of a global approach to regulating traffic and reducing the nuisances caused by activities related to heavy goods vehicles.
It is essential to emphasize the importance of such initiatives to ensure road safety, improve the mobility of citizens and promote the economic development of the region. By encouraging carriers to have suitable garages and by regulating unloading operations, local authorities are working to create an environment conducive to vehicle circulation and to reducing incidents related to road overloading.
Ultimately, this measure is not only aimed at limiting traffic jams, but also at promoting responsible management of heavy goods vehicles and ensuring the safety of all road users. It is part of an urban planning and traffic control approach, with the aim of guaranteeing the proper functioning of road infrastructure and the quality of life of the inhabitants of Matadi.