An ongoing digital registration operation for taxis in Yaoundé has successfully recorded 20,000 taxis as of September 24, 2026. The exercise, which began on July 3, 2026, aims to improve security and regulation in the urban transport sector. According to Dr. Jean Patrick Mfoulou Olugu, head of the transport and mobility unit at the Yaoundé Urban Community, the initiative has been satisfactory so far, with many taxi operators turning up for registration.
The registration process involves the creation of a centralized database to store information on taxi owners and drivers. This move is expected to enhance security and curb incidents of aggression against passengers and drivers. Prior to this initiative, there was a lack of coherence in the registration process, with some taxis having duplicate numbers or no numbers at all. The new system will also help to identify and weed out clandestine operators who do not have the necessary documentation.
Dr. Mfoulou Olugu expressed satisfaction with the level of awareness and participation among taxi operators, owners, and drivers. Sensitization campaigns have been ongoing since the start of the operation, and an upcoming workshop will further engage associations and transport unions. The goal is to ensure that all stakeholders understand the importance and benefits of the registration process.
One of the major challenges facing the urban transport sector in Yaoundé is the presence of unlicensed operators and drivers without proper training. The registration initiative seeks to address these issues by ensuring that all taxi operators meet the necessary requirements. The platform will also serve as a regulatory tool, enabling authorities to monitor and manage the sector more effectively.
The registration exercise is set to conclude on October 5, 2026, and authorities are optimistic that more operators will be registered before the deadline. The initiative has already made significant progress, and stakeholders are hopeful that it will lead to a safer and more organized urban transport system. By centralizing data and streamlining the registration process, the authorities aim to improve the overall efficiency of the sector.
The Yaoundé Urban Community has been working to improve the urban transport sector, and the taxi registration initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance security and regulation. The authorities have been engaging with stakeholders, including associations and transport unions, to ensure that the initiative is successful. The use of technology has also facilitated the registration process, making it easier for operators to register and access services.
As the registration deadline approaches, authorities are urging taxi operators to take advantage of the initiative and register their vehicles. The exercise has been successful so far, and stakeholders are optimistic that it will have a positive impact on the urban transport sector. With over 20,000 taxis already registered, the initiative is expected to continue to gather momentum, leading to a safer and more regulated transport system in Yaoundé.
Key points
- Over 20,000 taxis registered in Yaoundé since July 3, 2026.
- Registration initiative aims to improve security and regulation in the urban transport sector.
- Authorities push to conclude registration exercise by October 5, 2026.
