1,000 Ivorians Walk Across Newly Inaugurated Henri Konan Bédié Bridge
In a unique and symbolic gesture, 1,000 Ivorians, led by three government ministers, took part in a walk across the Henri Konan Bédié Bridge in Abidjan this Saturday. The initiative, reported by APA, came just days after the bridge’s official inauguration earlier in the week by the President of Côte d’Ivoire.
🚶 A Walk for Discovery and Health
Organized by Alain Lobognon, Minister of Youth Promotion, Sports and Leisure, the event served a dual purpose:
Discovering the architectural feat of the new bridge, which links the neighborhoods of Riviera and Marcory.
Encouraging physical activity among Ivorians as a means of promoting public health and reducing healthcare costs.
📍 Route Details
Start: Riviera toll booth
Finish: Marcory interchange
Distance: Approximately 4 kilometers
The Henri Konan Bédié Bridge officially opened to the public on Sunday, December 21, marking a major infrastructure milestone in the country’s ongoing development.
