Traffic has resumed on the Great East Road after the Road Development Agency (RDA) and the Zambia National Service (ZNS) completed work on a temporary detour at the section washed away near Kankumba Stream.
The damaged stretch, located about 87 kilometers from the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Roundabout, was cut off on Christmas Day following heavy rains that washed away part of the road embankment after a steel culvert failed, stranding motorists for days.
In an update, the RDA reported that installation of the Acrow Bridge has advanced significantly, with the temporary bridge expected to be opened to traffic around 18:00 hours today. The newly opened detour is already easing congestion as work on the bridge continues, with traffic officers on-site to guide road users.
Motorists are urged to strictly follow diversion signs and traffic instructions to ensure safety and smooth passage during the ongoing construction.
RDA Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Manager Anthony Mulowa assured the public that every effort is being made to restore full connectivity as quickly as possible.
Authorities have apologized for the inconvenience and appealed for patience and cooperation from road users as final work on the temporary bridge is completed.
