Development and Implementation of Performance-Based Assessment Matrix for Economy in Rural Roads Maintenance Management in PMGSY in India - PIARC Prize - Low- and Middle-Income Country authors

Roads are the lifeblood of a nation, fueling infrastructural development and social and economic growth. With a significant proportion of India’s population residing in rural areas, rural road connectivity is vital for the nation’s holistic development. It enhances rural development by boosting agricultural incomes, expanding employment opportunities, and improving access to health and educational facilities. The Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) on 25th [...]

Cyclovize2030, Safer Cycling Infrastructure in The Czech Republic

In recent years, cycling has been boosting not only in the Czech Republic, but throughout Europe. Repeated lockdowns during covid pandemic and related measures encouraged people to use bicycles more often in both urban and non-urban areas. More cyclists on bicycles and too many cars on roads bring the issue of road safety on the agenda. The boom in cycling has thus brought to mind some of the shortcomings in cycling infrastructure that need to be addressed in the future.

Transition to Carbon-Neutral Freight Transport: A Case of Electric Boda Boda in Nairobi

Boda boda (two- and three-wheeler motorcycles) are a popular and one of the fastest growing modes of freight transport in the Nairobi City County, Kenya. Apart from freight, they are widely used to transport people. According to Kenya’s Economic Survey, the number of newly registered boda boda increased by 16.2% from 271,425 in 2015 to 252,601 in 2020. It is estimated that there are 50,000 boda boda in the Nairobi City County, most of which operate using an internal combustion engine (ICE). Since [...]

Water Distribution by Road during the Dry Season in Abidjan: The Case of Motor Trikes in Abobo-Te (Côte D’ivoire)

Water is a critical resource that influences all aspects of biological development. Its sector is therefore expected to provide for social, environmental and economic needs. An improved drinking water supply is one of the main challenges facing African countries.

PIARC Prize - Organization and Administration - Identifying and Resolving the Problems of Accessibility to Basic Services Experienced by Rural Communities through the Integrated Rural Accessibility Planning (IRAP) System

IRAP is a participatory local planning method (developed by the International Labour Organization) based on the concept of rural accessibility. This is understood to mean how easy or difficult it is for rural communities to use, access or obtain basic goods and services. Accessibility is an important factor in rural development and therefore perceived as one of the main factors in poverty, especially in rural areas of developing countries.