Rehabilitation work on the Bomokandi and Kibali bridges on the RN 26 in the territory of Watsa, Haut-Uele, has commenced for a duration of three months. Significantly impacting the socio-economic life of the local population due to their prolonged collapse, the closure of these bridges disrupted trade and the circulation of essential goods. This disruption caused a surge in market prices and scarcity of basic necessities.
These bridges serve as vital communication links for trade between surrounding provinces, emphasizing the need to adapt these infrastructures to current needs and evolving construction technologies.
The launch of the rehabilitation work has brought relief to users and local residents, signaling a promise of rapid resumption of economic activities and improved living conditions in the region. The administrator of the Watsa territory has highlighted the importance of this rehabilitation in meeting the urgent needs of the population and called for prompt and high-quality execution of the works.
Local populations eagerly anticipate the completion of this work, looking forward to the moment when the bridges will be operational again, facilitating trade and enhancing the region’s economic development. Despite challenges in sourcing certain materials from Kinshasa, there is hope that the rehabilitation work will be completed within the scheduled timeframe.
Once the Bomokandi and Kibali bridges are rebuilt and upgraded to current standards, smooth and safe traffic flow will resume, fostering the economic and social dynamism of this part of the Haut-Uele province.