Project for the Construction of the Bridge Over the Ntem River
USD 75.00M
Total Cost
75%
Progress
4
Stakeholders
2
Countries
Transaction Support
Project Stage
Project Overview
Construction of a bridge over the Ntem River connecting Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea along the Kribi-Campo-Bata transnational corridor, including approach roads and border facilities to enhance cross-border connectivity and regional integration.
Key Objectives
Establish a permanent river crossing between Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea to replace the current ferry system; improve regional connectivity along the Kribi-Campo-Bata corridor; reduce transit times and transportation costs for cross-border trade; enhance reliability of transport connections; supp...
Strategic Importance
This bridge project represents a critical missing link in the regional transport network, connecting Cameroon's newly developed Kribi deep seaport with Equatorial Guinea's major coastal city of Bata. By replacing the unreliable ferry crossing at the Ntem River, the project will significantly enhance regional connectivity and trade potential between the two countries and beyond to Gabon.
Technical Specifications
Technology: The bridge will employ modern design suitable for the tropical river environment, with consideration for periodic high water levels and challenging foundation conditions.
Capacity: Two-lane bridge approximately 300 meters long; 4 km of approach roads; Modern border control facilit...
Capacity: Two-lane bridge approximately 300 meters long; 4 km of approach roads; Modern border control facilit...
Financing Structure
The project is financed through a bilateral arrangement with: sovereign contributions from both Cameroon (40%) and Equatorial Guinea (40%); African Development Bank loan (20%) for technical assistance and supervision components; and National Road Fund resources for maintenance.
Market Analysis
Current river crossing is via ferry with capacity for only 8-10 vehicles per trip, causing delays of 2-6 hours during peak periods and complete service disruptions during high water.
Investment Opportunities
Limited but focused opportunities exist in: construction subcontracting; supply of materials and services; maintenance operations through performance-based contracts; border facility operations; and commercial services in the development zone around the bridge.
Key Stakeholders
Sponsor: Ministry of Public Works (Cameroon), Ministry of Infrastructure (Equatorial Guinea)
Partners: Ministry of Public Works (Cameroon), Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation (Equatorial Guine...
Partners: Ministry of Public Works (Cameroon), Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation (Equatorial Guine...
For More Information, Contact:
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org