The Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Eng. Charles Milupi, has officially commissioned the Lusangazi Bailey Bridge in Eastern Province.
This K5.5 million project is a game-changer for the region, enhancing connectivity, reducing travel time, and boosting economic growth.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Engineer Milupi emphasized the importance of safeguarding the bridge: “Safeguard this bridge, it’s for your own benefit.” He added, “Vandalism of infrastructure must not be allowed by all of us.”
The bridge cuts travel distance from 120km to 65km, saving time, fuel, and vehicle costs for locals.
โInstead of covering 120 kilometres, travellers will now cover only 65 kilometres. This is a significant reduction in distance, fuel costs, travel time, and vehicle wear and tear,” The Minister said.
The project has also supported local communities, with over 60 families benefiting from employment opportunities during construction.
โThis means that more than 60 families directly benefited from this project, an intervention that brought meaningful relief to surrounding villages when they needed it the most,” he noted.
And โRoad Development Agency (RDA) Board Chairperson Eugene Haazele added that the bridge reflects the New Dawn Governmentโs continued efforts to enhance rural infrastructure and restore access to essential services.
He noted that for years the Lusangazi River expanded during rainy seasons, making the crossing impassable and preventing mothers from reaching health facilities while children struggled to attend school.
The Government remains committed to improving road infrastructure, with 12 Public-Private Partnership concession agreements signed between 2022 and 2024, and several Treasury-funded projects underway.
Ministry of infrastructure,Housing and Urban Development-Public Relations Unit
