NGAOUNDÉRÉ–GAROUA ROAD : Cgcoc Group, Chec, Cfhec and CWE secure contracts for lots 1, 2, 4 and 5 worth over XAF 135 Billion

(LVDE) – Contract agreements between the Ministry of Public Works (Mintp) and the four companies selected for four of the five lots of the Ngaoundéré–Garoua road reconstruction project were signed on November 19, 2025. The companies are now set to begin works, promising to revitalize this essential transport corridor.

The rehabilitation of the road linking Ngaoundéré to Garoua took a major step forward on November 19, 2025, with the finalization of contracts for four of the project’s five lots. Cgcoc Group, Chec, Cfhec and CWE were awarded the respective contracts, paving the way for the rapid start of construction. The process for Lot 3, which covers the Keroua–Salah bridge section over a distance of 77 km, is currently underway at the African Development Bank (AfDB), although it has been delayed due to an appeal.

In detail, Lot 1, covering the section from Ngaoundéré to the base of the Falaise over 50 km, was awarded to Cgcoc Group for XAF 46.05 billion. Lot 2, linking the base of the Falaise to the Keroua bridge over 39 km, was awarded to Chec for XAF 34.80 billion. Lot 4, which runs from the Salah bridge to the entrance of Ouro André (56 km), was awarded to Cfhec for XAF 23.91 billion. Finally, Lot 5, stretching from Ouro André to the bridge over the Bénoué (56 km), was awarded to CWE for XAF 31.09 billion. These contractual milestones mark an important step toward the effective launch of construction works.

The companies have not waited for the final signatures to begin preparations on the ground. In line with recommendations from a mission carried out in October 2025, preliminary actions have been initiated. For Lot 1, several critical sites have been identified, including the quarry at PK 24, as well as locations for the workers’ camp, weighing station, and rest area at various points along the road. The Senior Divisional Officer of Vina is finalizing the administrative procedures required to secure these areas.

Similarly, the workers’ camp for Lot 2 has been identified at PK 17, while for Lot 4, the installation site has been set at PK 12. These preparatory steps underline the companies’ commitment to progressing swiftly, even ahead of the formal completion of contract requirements.

It is worth recalling that the selection of the companies was conducted in line with international standards, following an open call for tenders launched on December 13, 2024. With the signing of contracts, site allocation and the establishment of workers’ camps, the project is now firmly moving toward implementation.

The rehabilitation of the Ngaoundéré–Garoua road is a priority for the government, which expects significant benefits for local populations and the broader economy. By modernizing this key transport corridor, the project is expected to facilitate trade, reduce travel times, and boost regional commerce. As construction progresses, its impact on daily life and economic activity is set to become increasingly visible.

Raphael Mforlem