Wednesday, January 29, 2025, marks an important milestone in improving road safety within the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor. The Director General of CETUD, Dr. Thierno Birahim AW, officially launched the pilot project “Safe Schools in the BRT Environment,” in partnership with the Proximity Security Assistance Agency (ASP), represented by its Director General, Captain Oumar Touré. This event brought together several institutional stakeholders committed to protecting children on their way to school.
Strong Institutional Mobilization
The signing ceremony of the agreement was attended by:
- Mr. Atoumane Sy, Director General of ANASER Senegal
- Mr. Cheikh Faye, Academic Inspector of Dakar
- Mr. Idrissa Gueye, Secretary General of IA Pikine-Guédiawaye
- Mr. Sitor Ndour, BRT Commander
- School inspectors and other committed partners
This mobilization demonstrates the importance given to the safety of children, the primary vulnerable users of road spaces.
A Strengthened System to Protect Children
From the inception of the BRT project, road safety has been a priority. The “Safe Schools” initiative aims to strengthen the measures already in place, such as:
- Awareness and training on traffic rules;
- Passive and active safety systems with the BRT Police and Corridor engineers;
- Supervision of school journeys.
The pilot project complements these efforts by deploying 100 proximity security agents around 48 schools located along the BRT corridor.
Key Objectives of the Project
- Secure students’ journeys within the BRT influence zone during school entry and exit times;
- Reduce road accidents involving children through proactive monitoring;
- Raise awareness of road safety among students, teachers, and parents.
Towards a Model of Reference
This pilot project represents a significant step forward in road safety and could serve as a model for other urban transport corridors. It reflects the commitment of CETUD and ASP to ensuring a safe and conducive environment for learning for younger generations.
The commitment of all partners and the implementation of this innovative system mark a new stage towards safer, more inclusive urban transport that better meets the needs of the most vulnerable users.
