The Congolese government has launched a project to modernize 25 km of urban roads in Beni, North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The project, fully financed by the central government, aims to improve the urban road network and fluidify circulation in the city. The works were launched on October 3, 2026, by the military governor of North Kivu, General-Major Evariste Somo Kakule.
The military governor of North Kivu, General-Major Evariste Somo Kakule, expressed his gratitude to the Head of State, the Prime Minister, and the Minister of Infrastructure during the launch ceremony. He emphasized that development efforts must accompany the search for peace in the province. The governor also praised the population of Beni for their resilience in the face of challenges.
The project involves the asphaltation of 25 km of urban roads, including the preparation of the road platform, the construction of drainage works, and the laying of different layers of the roadway. The director provincial of the Office des voiries et drainage (OVD), Ir Timothée Sumaili, presented the main technical steps planned for the project, including the preparation of the road platform, the construction of drainage works, and the laying of a 20 cm thick foundation layer.
The company "JF Business" won the contract for the execution of the works, which will create jobs for young people and stimulate the local economy. According to Justin Nziali, representing the company, the project will help to decongest neighborhoods, facilitate commerce, improve access to health centers and schools, and enhance security by facilitating the movement of army units.
The launch of the project was welcomed by many inhabitants of Beni, who see the modernization of the road network as an opportunity to improve circulation and living conditions. Jérôme Kabuyaya, a motorcycle taxi driver, expressed his satisfaction with the launch of the project, which he believes will have a positive impact on the daily lives of residents.
Beni is an important commercial and administrative center in North Kivu, located at the crossroads of several road axes connecting the eastern regions of the DRC to border areas. The project to modernize the urban road network is part of the efforts to improve urban infrastructure and enhance mobility within the city.
The project is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and the daily lives of residents in Beni. With the modernization of the road network, the city is expected to experience improved circulation, reduced congestion, and enhanced security. The project is a key step towards achieving the goals of the Congolese government to promote development and improve living conditions in the country.
Key points
- The Congolese government has launched a project to modernize 25 km of urban roads in Beni, North Kivu, to improve circulation and living conditions.
- The project, fully financed by the central government, involves the asphaltation of 25 km of urban roads and the construction of drainage works.
- The modernization of the road network is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and the daily lives of residents in Beni.
