Douala Five: Cars now swim along the monaco-bepanda stretch
Residents and users of the monaco-bepanda stretch of road leading to the Bepanda Omnisport Stadium have expressed frustration over the wide craters on the frequented road within the city of Douala.
“Look at how disgusting the state of this road leading to a giant sports facility, the Omnisport Stadium is! I wonder if we really have a City Council. Every day the craters are getting deeper and life-threatening.” Said a pedestrian.
Due to the deplorable state of the Monaco road stretch, circulation that used to be flexible is now impossible. Accidents, breakdowns of vehicles, and traffic jams are recorded on a daily basis, in some cases leading to tension among drivers and bike riders who dispute pedestrian tracks.
“It is hell accessing this road. We get trapped in traffic jams especially when accidents occur. Mechanics are now rich. We spend fabulous sums on repairs. The lake over there has damaged a lot of vehicles that swim inside.” Recounted a taxi driver.
“When we reach here, the bike riders tell us to step down and cross on foot before we continue the journey. You are forced to do so, if not you will end up swimming in the pool of water like many have.” A passenger said.
The Monaco road stretch was rehabilitated about four months ago, but today leaves the residents and users with thousands of words.
“I am not surprised because the quality of work was extremely poor. The thickness of the tarr is just 5cm . How will it last? There is no seriousness. Today, look at lakes here and there. If it stays like this longer, I am sure we will start fishing here. ” A Monaco resident revealed.
Distress calls have been made to the Douala City Council Mayor, Roger Mbassa Ndine and his collaborators wake up from slumber and carry out their responsibilities to clear the image of the cosmopolitan city by fixing the terrible roads.
