The Provincial Infrastructure and Public Works Division (ITP) of Ituri has taken measures to restore order on public roads in Bunia. In a communiqué signed on October 5, 2026, by Engineer Elias Kisembo Byakisaka, the ITP has banned disorderly parking and goods unloading on roads. This move targets road users, including drivers, traders, and transporters. The ITP cited concerns over anarchic and prolonged parking of vehicles, trailers, and trucks on roads and sidewalks.
The ITP expressed regret over the state of public roads in Bunia, citing the degradation of newly constructed infrastructure, massive traffic jams, and serious accidents caused by chaotic parking and goods unloading. The division noted that these practices constitute a grave violation of traffic regulations. As a result, the ITP has strictly prohibited parking on roads outside authorized areas. Vehicles that break down must be signaled and evacuated within two hours.
The ITP has also banned loading, unloading, or storing goods on public roads. These operations must be conducted exclusively within designated concessions or zones, under penalty of confiscation, fines, and judicial prosecution. The division has set a deadline of eight days for compliance, after which a joint task force comprising the ITP, CNPR, PCR Police, and Bunia City Hall will launch a crackdown on non-compliant individuals.
The joint task force will conduct a control and repression operation across Bunia and provincial roads. The ITP aims to restore order and ensure road safety in the region. Residents and traders have been urged to cooperate with the authorities to avoid penalties. The ban on chaotic parking and goods unloading is expected to ease traffic congestion and reduce accidents.
Engineer Elias Kisembo Byakisaka emphasized that the measure is intended to promote road safety and protect infrastructure. He appealed to road users to respect traffic regulations and use designated parking areas. The ITP will work with local authorities to ensure compliance and provide guidance to those affected by the ban.
The ban has been welcomed by some residents, who have expressed concerns over the dangers posed by chaotic parking and goods unloading. They have called for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to maintain order and safety on public roads. The ITP has assured the public that it will work to ensure a smooth transition and minimize disruptions.
The move is part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure and traffic management in Bunia. The ITP has urged road users to report any incidents or concerns to the authorities. By enforcing traffic regulations, the ITP aims to create a safer and more efficient transportation system in the region.
Key points
- Authorities in Bunia have banned disorderly parking and goods unloading on public roads to restore order and promote road safety.
