Côte d’Ivoire-Liberia: Rising waters hamper construction of the Cavally River bridge

An ECOWAS delegation led by its resident representative in Côte d’Ivoire, Dr Khare Diouf, visited the Cavally River bridge construction site in Prollo, Tabou department, from October 27 to 29, 2026. Work is progressing more substantially on the Liberian bank, while rising waters, ferry operating difficulties and technical problems drilling some piles are slowing construction on the Ivorian side. Contractor SCEGC Ltd and supervising consultant AIM Consultants Ltd briefed Ivorian and Liberian officials on progress. Discussions focused on transporting equipment, technical solutions and the possibility of a temporary bridge to facilitate the work.