Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Tracks Rapid Progress on Three Major Africa Road Projects
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development reports 92%, 80% and 45% completion on road projects in Togo, Madagascar and Nigeria, reinforcing AU Agenda 2063.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) said it is closely monitoring the construction progress of three major road projects in Africa, citing completion rates of 92% for the Sokodé–Bassar rehabilitation in Togo, 80% for a road infrastructure programme in Madagascar and 45% for the Minna–Bida route in Nigeria. Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of the ADFD, described the works as part of the fund’s sustained contribution to the African Union’s Agenda 2063, aimed at long-term inclusive growth and regional integration. The projects are presented as infrastructure investments designed to improve connectivity, support local economies and strengthen transport corridors in each country.
Progress on Sokodé–Bassar road in Togo
The rehabilitation of the Sokodé–Bassar road in northern Togo is nearing completion, with ADFD reporting the project at 92 percent finished. Works have focused on resurfacing, drainage upgrades and reinstating key structures to restore reliable year‑round transport between Sokodé and Bassar.
Local authorities and contractors are carrying out final inspections and remedial tasks to prepare the route for full public use. The road is expected to reduce travel times and support local market access, agricultural distribution and cross‑border movement in the region.
Madagascar road infrastructure upgrade approaching major milestone
In Madagascar, ADFD funding supports a broader programme of road infrastructure improvements that the fund says has reached 80 percent completion. The scope includes rehabilitation of primary links and improvements to rural access roads that serve farming communities and coastal trading hubs.
Engineers report steady progress despite logistical challenges linked to Madagascar’s geography and seasonal weather patterns. The upgraded roads aim to enhance resilience and economic opportunity by connecting isolated areas to larger domestic and export markets.
Minna–Bida highway project in Nigeria at mid‑stage
The Minna–Bida road project in Nigeria is at an estimated 45 percent completion, according to the ADFD statement. The project covers pavement reconstruction and ancillary works intended to strengthen a vital corridor in central Nigeria that supports regional commerce and passenger traffic.
ADFD officials noted that the Nigerian project remains in its mid‑execution phase and will require continued coordination with federal and state agencies to maintain timelines. Continued oversight is being applied to ensure safety standards, contract compliance and timely disbursement of funds.
Alignment with African Union Agenda 2063 priorities
ADFD leadership emphasised that the three road projects are aligned with the ambitions of Agenda 2063, which calls for a more integrated, prosperous and sustainable African continent. Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi said the fund’s investments target “inclusive growth and long‑term socioeconomic development” across partner countries.
By financing transport infrastructure, ADFD aims to facilitate trade, reduce logistical costs and create employment opportunities during and after construction. The projects are framed as strategic interventions that contribute to regional connectivity objectives central to the AU’s development blueprint.
Oversight, financing and local collaboration
ADFD has underscored its role in monitoring implementation and mobilising finance to ensure project continuity until completion. The fund continues to work with national ministries, contracting firms and local stakeholders to manage technical, environmental and social aspects of each scheme.
Monitoring activities include progress reporting, quality assurance checks and coordination on community engagement measures. ADFD says these steps are intended to safeguard investment performance and maximise socioeconomic returns for the beneficiary populations.
The UAE’s development finance arm positions these road upgrades as part of a broader partnership strategy with African governments that extends beyond infrastructure to capacity building and economic cooperation. Continued attention to delivery milestones and operational handover will determine how quickly the roads translate into measurable improvements in trade flows and livelihoods.
