Ongoing road projects, completed milestones, and structural network challenges were the focal points of the public briefing delivered by Public Works Minister Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi on June 11, 2026, at the Government Action Show (SAGO 2026). The session was dedicated to assessing the progress and revitalization of the country’s road network.

The Minister addressed media professionals, stakeholders, and visitors, presenting a mid-term review of the 2020-2030 National Development Strategy. He highlighted achievements since the start of 2026 and identified key bottlenecks slowing road project execution. A major emphasis was placed on measures to enhance the quality and connectivity of Cameroon’s road infrastructure, with the structural network emerging as the Ministry’s top priority.

The Public Works Ministry’s report underscores the critical role of road infrastructure in driving economic growth and territorial cohesion. The Minister stressed that the Ministry’s initiatives align with the commitments outlined in President Paul Biya’s National Development Strategy for 2020-2030.

During the mid-term review, the Minister revealed that nearly 2,442 kilometers of roads have been paved, while approximately 833 kilometers of degraded roads have been rehabilitated. However, he acknowledged persistent delays, particularly in routine road maintenance.

Key challenges impacting progress include security concerns in certain regions, cumbersome financing procedures, prolonged contract award processes, financial constraints faced by contractors, and limited resources allocated to road maintenance.

Despite these hurdles, the Minister highlighted significant progress over the past five years. The total length of paved roads increased from 8,498 kilometers in 2020 to nearly 10,939 kilometers by the end of 2025, averaging over 488 kilometers of new paved roads annually.

Looking ahead, Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi outlined plans for 2026, emphasizing alignment with the President’s High-Level Directives. Priorities include strengthening the structural road network, improving infrastructure quality, and enhancing territorial connectivity.