The 1st Annual Road Development Conference in Puntland, held from January 9th to 12th, 2025, in Garowe, marked a historic milestone in Puntland’s efforts to address critical challenges in road infrastructure development. Organized and sponsored by the Puntland Highway Authority (PHA), the conference brought together government officials, engineers, experts, and stakeholders to collaboratively tackle issues such as inadequate road networks, limited technical capacity, and insufficient policy frameworks. The event aimed to set a roadmap for sustainable road infrastructure development in Puntland, aligning with the PHA’s Strategic Plan for 2025-2029.
The conference was structured around four thematic areas, each addressing key aspects of road infrastructure development:
- Thematic Area I: Highway Planning and Design Innovations
- Thematic Area II: Road Safety and Traffic Management
- Thematic Area III: Materials, Construction, and Maintenance Solutions
- Thematic Area IV: Improving Puntland Road Procurement and Enhancing Public-Private Partnership Model.
The 1st Annual Road Development Conference in Puntland concluded with key outcomes and actionable recommendations aimed at driving sustainable road infrastructure development, enhancing economic growth, and improving the quality of life for Puntland’s residents. The Conference emphasized the importance of collaboration, innovation, and capacity building in addressing the region’s infrastructure challenges, setting a strong foundation for future development initiatives.
