217 Million Meticais invested in the rehabilitation of the Metoro–Montepuez road

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The Government has announced an investment of over 217 million meticais for the rehabilitation of the Metoro–Montepuez Road, an intervention considered strategic to improve road traffic between the districts of Ancuabe and Montepuez, in Cabo Delgado Province.

The project began on February 23 and includes the rehabilitation and paving of critical sections of National Road No. 14 (EN14), a route approximately 110 kilometers long that plays a vital role in the mobility of people and goods in the northern region of the country.

In recent years, the severe deterioration of the road has seriously affected traffic flow, leading to increased travel times, frequent vehicle damage, and difficulties in both public and private transportation. The poor condition of the road has also hindered the transportation of agricultural and mining products, key sectors for the local economy.

Traveling from Pemba to Montepuez—two of the most important cities in Cabo Delgado—can take up to eight hours for a distance of about 225 kilometers.

Several communities along the road corridor have also faced periods of isolation, particularly during the rainy season, when some sections become nearly impassable.

According to publicly available information, technical teams are already on site carrying out preliminary works, including the creation of temporary detours to ensure traffic continuity during the construction period.

The rehabilitation includes correcting pavement deformations, reinforcing the road base, paving critical segments, and improving drainage systems—measures considered essential to ensure the long-term durability of the infrastructure.

With an estimated execution period of 12 months, it is expected that by early 2027 the connection between Metoro and Montepuez will be fully rehabilitated, ensuring improved road safety and smoother traffic flow.

The completion of this project is seen as a significant step toward boosting the economy of Cabo Delgado Province, strengthening territorial integration, and facilitating the development of commercial, agricultural, and mining activities in the region.

Even so, most road users believe the rehabilitation should cover the entire stretch, given its current state of degradation. (Mozanorte)