### Rehabilitation of Kasa-Vubu avenue: a long-awaited project for Kinshasa
On June 8, 2025, palpable relief was felt among the inhabitants of the commune of Kalamu in Kinshasa. After months or even years of impracticality on Kasa-Vubu avenue, a vital axis not only for traffic but also for the vitality of commercial activities, rehabilitation works have finally started. This project, carried out by the Town Hall of Kinshasa and carried out by the Safrimex company, represents a hope of Renaissance for the users of this strategic route, 15 kilometers long and crossing several municipalities.
#### context of degradation
The degradation of road infrastructure in Kinshasa is not a new phenomenon. It often results from a lack of maintenance and rapid urbanization, which has not followed the standards necessary for sustainable growth. Kasa-Vubu avenue, like other ways in the capital, had suffered from the accumulation of waste and the absence of regular maintenance work, creating difficulties for users and residents.
Rainwater management habits, often deficient, also contribute to the deterioration of roads. The gutters obstructed by the filth, as noted by the sanitation agents mobilized on this project, testify to an urgent need to integrate long -term solutions in the management of urban infrastructure.
#### A promising launch
The official launch of rehabilitation works has aroused positive reactions. The inhabitants express their satisfaction at this initiative, perceived as an active listening to citizen concerns. A resident said: “This is a victory for citizens who have continued to denounce the state of dilapidation of this path. This speaking underlines an essential element: the participation of citizens in the discussions on the improvement of infrastructure is crucial for their success.
However, it is important to wonder to what extent this commitment from the authorities will result in concrete and sustainable actions. The expectations are high and, faced with a requirement for results, the vigilance of citizens could play a decisive role in monitoring the work.
### Economic and social issues
Rehabilitating Kasa-Vubu avenue is also a matter of economic development. By facilitating traffic, we promote the development of commercial activities. This artery crosses several municipalities, which makes it an essential axis for economic exchanges. The improvements made could have a significant impact on traders, public transport users, and residents whose living conditions depend on the accessibility and fluidity of traffic.
What small businesses will be the first to benefit from this rehabilitation? How is this initiative in a broader vision of urban development and sustainable development for the Congolese capital as a whole?
#### A call to sustainability
Beyond the current rehabilitation, it would be profiteer to consider how to maintain the integrity of this infrastructure in the future. The feedback from other infrastructure rehabilitation projects in the region could offer interesting tracks. For example, proactive waste management, regular maintenance plans and an integration of ecological solutions could strengthen the sustainability of this project.
Finally, the question of funding and transparency in the management of resources allocated to these projects remains crucial. Continuous monitoring and evaluation would make it possible to ensure that work complies with quality and safety standards.
### Conclusion
The rehabilitation site on Kasa-Vubu avenue is an encouraging step for Kinshasa, marked by hope and the need for a lasting vision in terms of urban infrastructure. The success of this initiative will however depend on the ability of the authorities to maintain commitment and meet the expectations of citizens in terms of quality and relevance of the work carried out. It is not only a question of restoring a path, but of laying the foundations for an economic and social development coherent for the capital. The next steps will therefore be decisive not only for the rehabilitation of this avenue, but also for the future management of urban infrastructure in Kinshasa.