The provincial government of Kasaï in the Democratic Republic of Congo has officially inaugurated toll stations at Shamusanda, Kamonia, and Kandjaji as part of a wider programme to modernise the region’s road network.
The ceremony, held on Thursday, was presided over by Pierre Muamba, Minister of Infrastructure, Public Works and Reconstruction (ITPR), representing Governor Crispin Mukendi, who was away on an official mission.
“These tolls are not barriers, but bridges to progress. They will finance road maintenance, create local jobs, and strengthen road safety.
They are also instruments of fiscal justice, where everyone contributes fairly to the national effort,” said Jimmy Kapila, Provincial Director of the Congolese Agency for Major Works (ACGT).
Pierre Muamba emphasised that the toll facilities would be managed by the Société de Gestion du Projet Tshikapa-Kandjaji (SGPTK), a public-private partnership linking the government with a private concessionaire. “This structure will ensure transparency in revenue collection and guarantee a return on investment,” he said.
The tolls have been strategically positioned along key points of the regional road network. “There will be three stations in total: one at Tshikapa (PK8), another at Shakwaji (PK56), and the third at Kandjaji (PK98).
Users will pay fees according to the established tariffs,” Muamba explained.
The establishment of these toll stations is part of the Tshikapa-Kandjaji road project, which includes branches to Kamonia and Kamako, covering a total of 137 kilometres.
The project, delivered under a public-private partnership with TOHA Investment, encompasses the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the route, marking a significant step towards modernising transport infrastructure in central Congo.
Officials say the initiative will not only improve connectivity and road safety but also boost the local economy by generating employment and fostering sustainable infrastructure management.
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