(LVDE) – Masterfully executed by the Chinese company Sinohydro Corporation Limited, the infrastructure project, valued at more than 25 billion CFA francs, was inaugurated on September 30, 2025, by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, in the presence of a distinguished audience.
On September 30, 2025, Cameroon marked a significant step forward in improving its public administration with the inauguration of a new headquarters building for the Ministry of Public Works. This ambitious project, delivered by Sinohydro Corporation Limited at a total cost of 25,667,360,059 CFA francs, represents not only an upgrade of public infrastructure but also the government’s commitment to optimizing services provided to citizens.
The event, chaired by the Prime Minister and attended by several cabinet members, highlighted the importance of this building within the framework of Cameroon’s infrastructure development. Located in Etoudi, near the Yaoundé 1st District Council, the modern complex spans an area of 15,232 m² and consists of four buildings, totaling 15,830 m² of floor space.
The main structure, known as Building A, is an impressive 13-story tower, including two basement levels and a technical rooftop. Buildings B and C, each with seven floors, and Building D, with six floors, are designed to facilitate circulation and interconnection between different workspaces. The new complex houses 305 offices, a 124-seat conference hall, as well as various facilities such as a multimedia library, meeting rooms, and technical areas.
The outdoor facilities have also been carefully planned, with 212 parking spaces and a road network comprising six lanes totaling 465 meters. Two wastewater treatment stations and 2,000 m² of green space add an ecological dimension to this large-scale project.
Sinohydro Corporation Limited, which carried out the project, emphasized that the new headquarters is more than just a building. According to a company spokesperson: “The clean lines and contemporary design of this structure reflect our commitment to innovation. We designed the interior to foster collaboration and employee well-being, incorporating bright spaces and modern facilities.”
This initiative is part of a broader drive to modernize public infrastructure in Cameroon. The government has implemented a series of reforms aimed at strengthening administrative efficiency, particularly in the public works sector. The new headquarters is seen as a symbol of commitment to improving public services, especially in road infrastructure, which is vital for the country’s economic development.
With this substantial investment, the Ministry of Public Works will be better equipped to meet the challenges of infrastructure management and urban planning. The new facilities will also create a more conducive working environment for employees—an essential factor in attracting and retaining talent within the public sector.
Esther Grace
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