An accident on the Wouri Bridge in Douala on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, caused significant traffic jams, disrupting traffic between Douala and Bonabéri. The incident, involving at least two light vehicles, occurred around 6:30 a.m., during rush hour, according to witnesses.
Traffic was quickly paralyzed, with lines of vehicles stretching for several kilometers. One driver reported taking nearly two hours to cross the bridge, highlighting the impact on morning economic activities. Traffic officers were deployed to try to regulate the flow, but the density of traffic complicated their efforts. The Wouri Bridge, a strategic axis supporting thousands of vehicles daily, is once again at the center of difficulties.
This type of incident is recurrent, exacerbated by the increase in the number of vehicles in Douala and the lack of viable alternatives. By late morning, traffic gradually resumed, although slowdowns persisted in certain areas. The need to improve road safety and find alternative solutions to streamline traffic on this crucial route is a constant concern.
The bridge over the Wouri, with a length of 1800 meters, connects Douala to the port of Bonabéri and supports road and rail traffic to western Cameroon. Initially built in the 1950s, it has undergone major renovations and has been joined by a second bridge to relieve traffic congestion. Despite these improvements, accidents continue to cause major disruptions, highlighting the importance of effective traffic management and adequate road infrastructure.
The frequency of accidents on the Wouri Bridge highlights the need for concerted action to improve road safety and traffic flow in the region.
