The local government of the 7th district in N’Djamena has initiated a major cleanup campaign along Taïwan Avenue to reclaim public spaces and restore order to the city’s busiest thoroughfares. The operation, launched on Monday, May 25, seeks to remove unauthorized encroachments that have long disrupted traffic flow, compromised pedestrian safety, and tarnished the urban landscape.

targeting illegal obstructions and public nuisances

Under the direct supervision of Mayor Adoum Hassan Djimet, authorities are dismantling unpermitted structures, clearing street vendors blocking traffic, and rounding up stray animals that roam freely across the roadway. These persistent issues have repeatedly contributed to gridlock, traffic collisions, and unsafe conditions for daily commuters and residents alike.

urgent call for collective responsibility

Speaking during the operation, Mayor Djimet emphasized the shared responsibility of local residents in maintaining public infrastructure. He stressed that unchecked encroachment on public roads has already cost lives and urged immediate behavioral change across the community.

“Open roads save lives. We cannot afford to lose more citizens to preventable accidents caused by illegal occupation of our streets,” he stated passionately. He went on to warn that persistent offenders would face strict legal and administrative penalties.

strict enforcement to protect public assets

The mayor outlined zero-tolerance measures, including confiscation of goods from illegal vendors and seizure of stray animals obstructing traffic. He assured the public that these actions are necessary to restore order and prevent further deterioration of urban mobility in the district.

By Boureima Amadou — Reporter