Somaliland: Minister for Transport inspects deplorable Burao Bridge

BURAO—- Minister for Transport Hon. Ali Hasan Mohamed on Sunday has disclosed that the government is putting up measures to conduct work maintenance when it comes to Burao’s biggest bridge which was on the brink of total collapse. He disclosed this when he paid a familiarization visit to inspect the bridge.

Head of Somaliland Road Authority has briefed the ministers and his delegation the damages caused by floods under the bridge  Both the firm and the engineer have promised to finish the  fixing of the bridge which is vital for traffic and pedestrians. Burao Mayor has contributed 20 percent of the total funds supposed to be spent on the rebuilding the bridge which was on the verge of collapsing.

He urged residents to contribute to the reconstruction of the bridge which will soon commence. Transport minister has revealed that 80% will be paid by the central government. He made clear that the damages are serious and needs to be repaired before it is about to collapse. $ 200, 000 will be the exact funds allocated for the rejuvenation of Burao’s oldest bridge. The firm which won the tender promised to accomplish the repairing in February 2016.

 SomalilandInformer