The Douala Urban Community has announced the launch of a new campaign targeting motorcycle taxi drivers, commencing on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The initiative is designed to improve road safety in the city through a combination of public awareness efforts and direct regulatory controls.
According to the announcement, the operations will focus specifically on the conductors of "motos-taxis," a prevalent mode of transport in the region. The program aims to address safety concerns by engaging directly with the drivers who operate these vehicles on Douala’s streets.
The campaign is structured around two primary components: educational sensitization and enforcement controls. By pairing these measures, the authorities intend to both inform drivers of safety protocols and ensure compliance with existing traffic regulations.
This move highlights the ongoing efforts by local urban authorities to manage traffic flow and reduce accidents in one of Cameroon’s major economic hubs. The specific start date of October 15, 2026, marks the beginning of this targeted intervention.
While the source material does not provide further details on the specific penalties for non-compliance or the duration of the campaign, the announcement signals a renewed focus on the safety standards within the city’s informal transport sector.
<small>Source: Actu Cameroun — read the original story there.</small>
