Temps de lecture : 2 minutes
Yaoundé, May 14, 2025 — In a concerted push to enhance the quality and effectiveness of road infrastructure implementation, the Ministry of Public Works (MINTP) has launched a high-level workshop focused on improving reporting and documentation among engineers supervising development projects.
Held at the National Advanced School of Public Works in Yaoundé from May 14 to 15, the event is an initiative of Public Works Minister Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi. The Secretary of State to the Minister of Public Works in charge of roads is presiding over the sessions, alongside the Secretary General.
Under the theme « Exploring the Role of the Monitoring Engineer and Capacity Building in the Implementation of Infrastructure Projects, » the workshop aims to sharpen the skills of engineers and reinforce their pivotal role in ensuring the success of ongoing and future projects.
One of the highlights of the opening session was an in-depth presentation by Technical Adviser No. 2, Prof. Esse Corine, who explored the sub-theme
“The Monitoring Engineer Facing the Challenges of Reporting and Documentation in the Implementation of Development Projects.”
According to Prof. Esse, Cameroon’s National Development Strategy 2020–2030 has set forth clear objectives to transform the nation’s infrastructure, especially in the domain of roads. “A vast development programme is being implemented to construct, rehabilitate, and maintain the road network,” she emphasized, adding that monitoring engineers are at the heart of this transformation.
“The monitoring engineer is not just a supervisor on the ground,” she said. “They are vital players in shaping Cameroon’s socio-economic growth and improving the daily lives of its citizens.”
Prof. Esse highlighted the indispensable role of communication in the project execution cycle. Transparent and fluid communication, she noted, enhances teamwork, limits misunderstandings, and ensures each stakeholder contributes meaningfully to the success of a project.
“As the focal point among multiple actors — from the hierarchy, contract managers, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to the local communities — the monitoring engineer must manage communication with precision to create effective linkages across all levels,” she said.
The workshop also emphasized the need for engineers to leverage advanced reporting tools and focus on timely, accurate progress reports. Prof. Esse stressed the importance of aligning the quality of reporting with the actual pace and success of project implementation.
Participants were reminded that successful infrastructure development hinges not only on technical expertise but also on strong collaboration, clear communication, and rigorous documentation. The workshop thus marks another step forward in Cameroon’s journey toward robust, sustainable infrastructure and national development.
Auréole TCHOUMI