BAMENDA URBAN CROSSING : Progress of Works Shows 4.3 km of Right-of-Way Cleared
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Construction works on the Bamenda Urban Crossing
(LVDE) — Progress on the Bamenda urban crossing project has reached a significant milestone. Out of the 6.5 km stretch, 4.3 km of right-of-way have now been cleared, enabling more efficient deployment of construction teams and signaling tangible progress toward the modernization of this strategic infrastructure in Cameroon’s North-West region.
The Bamenda urban crossing, a key extension of the Babadjou–Bamenda road and a junction point with the Bamenda–Enugu corridor, is experiencing encouraging momentum. Between March 2 and March 6, 2026, right-of-way clearance operations reached 4.3 km out of the total 6.5 km alignment, creating optimal conditions for the continuation of the works. This progress notably allows smoother deployment of teams responsible for earthworks and the preparation of the road platform.
General earthworks are advancing steadily, with 4.15 km already completed. In the coming days, the laying of the subgrade layer—an essential stage in road construction—is expected to begin. At the same time, hydraulic structures are recording notable progress: three structures have already been completed out of the twenty-two planned, while five others are currently under construction to ensure effective stormwater management along the route.
In the prefabrication workshops, production of drainage components is ongoing. To date, 2,888 linear meters of gutters out of the planned 8,980 meters are available, while 171 linear meters of 1.5 × 1.5 m box culverts have been prefabricated out of the expected 350 meters. The installation of gutters is also progressing, with 1,408 meters already laid, strengthening the safety and durability of the road.
Relocation of underground and overhead utility networks is continuing simultaneously, freeing up more right-of-way for the next phases of construction. The completion rate of these operations is estimated at 28.7%, an important indicator for meeting deadlines and ensuring coordination with other technical teams.
This project forms part of a regional and continental connectivity strategy, effectively linking Bamenda to major logistics corridors and facilitating the movement of people and goods toward the cross-border Bamenda–Enugu corridor. Once completed, the urban crossing will help ease traffic congestion, enhance road safety and support the economic development of the North-West region.
Esther Grace
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