The Minister of Infrastructure and Equipment, Saïd Nouh Hassan, officially opened the Doudoubalala-Glblalou section of National Route 1 (RN1) on September 20, 2026. The 10km stretch was rehabilitated in two phases, with a 10-meter wide carriageway and 35 hydraulic structures to improve water flow and protect the infrastructure. This section of RN1, a major axis connecting Djibouti's port and logistics infrastructure to its hinterland, aims to improve traffic conditions and user safety.
The rehabilitation works on the Doudoubalala-Glblalou section were carried out by Al-Nasri Group, a local company, and financed by DPCR SA with support from Salaam African Bank. The Laboratoire Central du Bâtiment et de l’Équipement (LCBE) ensured testing and quality control. The project is part of DPCR SA's mission to manage, operate, maintain, and preserve national roads. The completion of this project aligns with the President of the Republic's orientations towards infrastructure development and preservation.
The newly rehabilitated section of RN1 will enhance the reliability of the corridor and facilitate the transportation of people and goods. This project is a significant step towards strengthening national and regional connectivity, promoting exchanges with the hinterland, and developing the national road network. The RN1 axis plays a vital role in connecting Djibouti's port infrastructure to its hinterland, and the rehabilitation works will have a positive impact on the country's transportation network.
The opening ceremony of the Doudoubalala-Glblalou section was attended by Minister Saïd Nouh Hassan, who was presented with a project overview. The minister highlighted the importance of this project in improving the national road network and strengthening connections between Djibouti and its hinterland. The completion of this project demonstrates the government's commitment to investing in infrastructure development.
Additional works are currently underway on several sections of the national network, and new projects are planned to further improve road infrastructure and reinforce corridor continuity between Djibouti and its hinterland. The government aims to continue upgrading the national road network to promote economic growth and development. These efforts will have a positive impact on the country's transportation network and overall economy.
The Doudoubalala-Glblalou section's rehabilitation is a significant milestone in Djibouti's infrastructure development. The project showcases the government's commitment to improving the country's road network and promoting regional connectivity. The completion of this project will have a lasting impact on the country's transportation network and economy.
The project was implemented by various stakeholders, including DPCR SA, Al-Nasri Group, Salaam African Bank, and the Laboratoire Central du Bâtiment et de l’Équipement (LCBE). Their collaboration and efforts have contributed to the successful completion of this project. The government's continued investment in infrastructure development is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economic growth and development.
Key points
- The 10km Doudoubalala-Glblalou section of National Route 1 was rehabilitated with a 10-meter wide carriageway and 35 hydraulic structures.
- The project was financed by DPCR SA with support from Salaam African Bank and implemented by Al-Nasri Group.
- The completion of this project aims to strengthen national and regional connectivity, promoting exchanges with the hinterland, and developing the national road network.
