Ivory Coast – Fight against traffic accidents: the Ministry of Transport raises awareness among users of two- and three-wheeled vehicles
In light of the increase in road traffic accidents, the Ministry of Transport and Maritime Affairs, through the Directorate General of Land Transport and Traffic (DGTTC), held an awareness-raising meeting with representatives of motorcycle associations, courier and delivery associations, as well as ride-hailing and parcel delivery companies. The meeting took place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Amphitheater A of the District building located at Félix Houphouët-Boigny University in Abidjan-Cocody.
“On the instructions of the Minister of Transport, we met with people who use two- and three-wheeled vehicles to raise their awareness of best practices for respecting the Highway Code,” explained Oumar Sacko, Director General of the DGTTC. This initiative falls under the umbrella of the “Accident-Free Holidays” program launched by the Ministry of Transport.
The representative of Minister Amadou Koné also announced an upcoming workshop on two- and three-wheeled vehicles, delivery professionals, and ride-hailing companies. “We will work to improve road safety and the working conditions of delivery drivers,” he promised.
The situation is all the more alarming given the increasing number of motorcycles on the road, which has become difficult to control. To address this, the Ministry intends to issue licenses, after training, to individuals working in the delivery sector.
The accident rate is also on the rise. In 2025, 5,583 two-wheeled motorcycles and 1,128 tricycles were involved in traffic accidents. From January 1st to mid-August 2026, 4,120 motorcycles and tricycles were involved in traffic accidents, resulting in 81 motorcyclist deaths.
Obtaining a driver’s license, wearing a helmet, driving at moderate speeds, respecting the Highway Code, and abstaining from alcohol and drugs while riding are among the safety measures recommended to users of two- and three-wheeled vehicles to prevent tragedies.
“Motorcycle and tricycle users must understand that the Ministry is granting them a privilege by allowing them to use their motorcycles in the current environment,” said Souleymane Touré, Director of the Single Automotive Window (DGUA), before urging them: “Make sure you respect road safety measures to preserve your lives.”
“I call on my fellow delivery drivers to be careful on the road.” “No delivery is worth a human life. Let’s be wise when we’re on our motorcycles,” advised Souleymane Sanfo, a member of the Federation of Delivery Actors of Côte d’Ivoire (FALCI).
It should be noted that motorcycles are the third most common type of vehicle involved in traffic accidents. This awareness campaign is therefore very timely.
