Brazzaville. The Republic of Congo has launched a major national program to modernize its transport infrastructure, “Congo’s Smart Roads.” The first phase of the project covers 500 km of essential roadways linking Brazzaville to Pointe-Noire and the agricultural regions in the north of the country.
As part of this initiative, smart traffic control sensors, real-time road condition monitoring systems, and weather stations are being installed along the roads. All data is centralized in a single Road Traffic Management Center in Brazzaville. This will enable a rapid response to accidents, optimize freight logistics, and forecast maintenance work requirements.
Special attention is given to safety. On dangerous sections, “smart” cameras with driving style recognition and potential accident warning systems are deployed. A mobile application has been launched for drivers, providing real-time information on traffic jams, roadworks, and weather conditions.
The project is being implemented by a consortium of local IT companies with the support of the Ministry of Transport and technical assistance from partners in Singapore and South Korea. The program also includes training for over 200 national specialists in the field of intelligent transportation systems.
Experts emphasize that the introduction of these technologies will not only enhance security but also reduce logistical costs for companies by 15 to 20%, a crucial aspect for the export of agricultural and mining sector products.