The African Road Maintenance Funds Association (ARMFA-AFERA)
In the dynamic landscape of African infrastructure development, the role of robust and sustainable road maintenance is paramount. The African Road Maintenance Funds Association (ARMFA-AFERA) stands as a pivotal non-political, non-profit organization dedicated to fostering improved road conditions and expanded coverage across the continent. Established on December 18, 2003, in Libreville, Gabon, ARMFA-AFERA has consistently championed initiatives that drive economic, social, and environmental development through strategic partnerships and the dissemination of critical knowledge and best practices in road maintenance funding. This document aims to enhance the availability of ARMFA-AFERA's foundational information, ensuring greater visibility and accessibility for stakeholders, partners, and the global community interested in African road infrastructure and sustainable development.
About us
The African Road Maintenance Funds Association (ARMFA-AFERA) is a leading nonpolitical, non-profit entity committed to advancing road infrastructure across Africa. Founded on December 18, 2003, in Libreville, Gabon, its inception was a direct response to recommendations from the Consultative Meeting of Road Maintenance Funds held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, in March 2003. ARMFA-AFERA serves as a crucial platform for sharing expertise and promoting best practices in road maintenance throughout Africa. The organization actively explores and advocates for sustainable funding mechanisms, strengthening collaboration among African Road Funds to achieve long-term financial and operational sustainability in the road sector. With nearly two decades of dedicated service, ARMFA-AFERA has solidified its position as a key institution at both African and international levels, continually striving to build upon its achievements and further its mission, particularly as it navigates its 2023–2027 strategic planning period.
Our Mission
Promoting Sustainable Road Maintenance Funds in Africa
Our Vision
Enabling Road Network Improvement and Collaborative Road Funds
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Networking & knowledge sharing: fostering collaboration in African road maintenance
Effective networking and knowledge sharing are fundamental to ARMFA-AFERA’s approach to improving road maintenance in Africa. We facilitate robust connections among our members and other key stakeholders, ensuring the continuous exchange of vital information and expertise. Our initiatives in this area include:
- Establishing an efficient knowledge sharing network: This network is designed to disseminate core competencies and best practices in road maintenance across the continent, ensuring that all members benefit from collective experience.
- Promoting effective committee and focal group meetings: These gatherings enhance collaboration and foster a unified approach to addressing challenges and opportunities in African road infrastructure development.
- Increasing advocacy and awareness: We actively engage with member governments to highlight the critical importance of Road Maintenance Funds (RMFs) and Road User Charges (RUCs) development, advocating for policies that support sustainable road financing.
- Improving knowledge dissemination: Through established networks, seminars, and events, we publish and share valuable knowledge, practices, and tools among members and RMFs. This includes encouraging the exchange of experiences in the financing and management of road maintenance and safety.
- Enhancing ARMFA's image and brand: We strategically promote ARMFA as a leading opinion leader in the African road sector through public relations, marketing drives, seminars, and published reports, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and innovation.
These efforts collectively strengthen the capacity of our members and contribute to a more harmonized and effective approach to road asset management in Africa.
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May 24, 2025
Central Africa: A Sustainable road network for flourishing economic development
This is the fundamental message that animated the first annual meeting of the Central Africa Focal Group of the Association
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May 24, 2025
Financing road maintenance funds in central Africa
The first meeting of the Central Africa Focal Group of the African Road Maintenance Funds Association (GFAC-Afera) for the year
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May 24, 2025
Rejoignez l’élan pour des routes africaines durables !
L’AFERA lance son appel à communications pour l’AGA 2025, autour du thème « Financement innovant et durabilité des infrastructures routières