Kasaï-Central province orders removal of illegal roadblocks

• Kamayi Méroé, provincial minister of Interior for Kasaï-Central province, ordered the removal of all illegal roadblocks on July 29, 2026.
• The decision was welcomed by Bayanda transporters, who have faced harassment on the roads.
• The order may impact logistics and supply chain operations in Kasaï-Central province.

The decision was welcomed by Bayanda transporters, who have recently complained about harassment they face on the roads.

On July 29, 2026, the provincial minister of Interior for Kasaï-Central province, Kamayi Méroé, issued a public statement ordering the immediate removal of all illegal roadblocks and fake toll booths. The decision was welcomed by Bayanda transporters, who have recently complained about harassment they face on the roads.

While there is no specific legislation mentioned in the order, the decision appears to be based on existing laws regulating road obstruction. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Penal Code and the Highway Code provide for penalties against individuals or groups obstructing roads or setting up unauthorized toll booths. The provincial government's move may signal a renewed commitment to enforcing these laws and ensuring compliance with CD legislation.

It is worth noting that the order does not specify any consequences for non-compliance, leaving room for interpretation on how the directive will be enforced in practice.

The removal of illegal roadblocks is a significant development for transporters operating in Kasaï-Central province. Bayanda transporters, who have been vocal about harassment they face on the roads, stand to benefit from improved security and reduced bureaucratic hurdles. The order may also impact logistics and supply chain operations in the region, as companies adjust to the new directive.

Lawyers advising clients operating in Kasaï-Central province should be aware of this development and ensure their clients comply with the new directive. As the situation unfolds, it will be essential to monitor how the provincial government enforces the order and addresses any challenges that may arise.

Lawyers advising clients operating in the Kasaï-Central province should be aware of this development and ensure their clients comply with the new directive, which may impact logistics and supply chain operations.

Source: Original reporting via Le gouvernement provincial du Kasaï-Central ordonne la suppression des barrières illégales