On May 31 local time, the K13-K19 section of the Kinshasa Southwest Ring Road project, constructed by China Railway No.8 Engineering Group, successfully completed its first asphalt paving operation, marking the official commencement of the road surface structure phase. Alexis Gisaro, Minister of Infrastructure of the DRC, highly praised the construction quality and project progress.
The paved K13-K19 section spans 6 kilometers and is part of the larger Southwest Ring Road project. During construction, the China Railway No.8 Engineering Group team strictly adhered to international standards, using advanced paving equipment and techniques to ensure the asphalt mixture’s compaction, smoothness, and thickness all met design specifications.
Minister Alexis Gisaro conducted a detailed on-site inspection of the paving results and remarked, “The professional expertise and efficient management of Chinese enterprises have set a benchmark for infrastructure in the DRC. The Southwest Ring Road will greatly improve traffic congestion in Kinshasa and support regional economic development.”
The Kinshasa Southwest Ring Road project is a key livelihood initiative planned by the DRC government. Once completed, it will connect several core areas in the southwestern part of the city, ease the burden on major roads, and promote the integration of logistics and urban development. During construction, China Railway No.8 Engineering Group actively fulfilled its social responsibilities by creating over 1,000 local jobs and enhancing the skill level of local workers through technical training, earning broad recognition from the local government and public.
