new boat arrives in Bandundu-Ville
the MB PANU 2 vessel docks at ONATRA port, raising hopes for better transport.
The MB PANU 2 boat arrived on Thursday, October 22, at the ONATRA port in Bandundu-Ville, Kwilu province. Its arrival offers hope for improved transport of people and goods in a region where river navigation is vital for movement and trade.
ONATRA's Bandundu-Ville director, Tsasa Mambu Eloi, stated that the new vessel will facilitate travel and cargo delivery, providing better comfort and safety. He invited travelers to buy tickets at the Bandundu-Ville port for reliable journeys.
New navigation rules, banning wooden boats from the Congo River and its tributaries, will take effect on November 15, 2026. Residents welcomed the boat, anticipating easier travel and support for their businesses reliant on river transport.
Why it mattersThe arrival of the MB PANU 2 boat and upcoming navigation rules will affect residents and businesses in Bandundu-Ville who rely on river transport.