Implementation Completion and Results Report - Haiti Rural Accessibility & Resilience Project
Summary — The Haiti Rural Accessibility & Resilience Project aimed to increase all-weather road access in selected sub-regions and improve the resilience of selected segments of the road network. The project successfully achieved its objectives, enhancing rural connectivity and disaster preparedness.
Key Findings
- The project rehabilitated 554 km of roads, exceeding the target of 480 km.
- The share of rural population with access to all-weather roads within 2 km increased to 63%.
- Over 422,000 people had restored access to the road network after the 2021 earthquake.
- The project developed and operationalized a Bridge Management System within the MTPTC.
- The project improved women's access to health services and economic opportunities.
Full Description
The Haiti Rural Accessibility & Resilience Project, supported by the World Bank, aimed to enhance rural connectivity, improve climate resilience, and strengthen institutional capacity for road infrastructure planning and maintenance in Haiti. The project focused on increasing all-weather road access in selected sub-regions and improving the resilience of selected segments of the road network. It also included a Contingent Emergency Response Component (CERC) to provide immediate assistance during eligible emergencies. Through rehabilitation of roads, construction of bridges, and implementation of sustainable mobility development initiatives, the project sought to improve access to essential services and markets for rural populations, while also strengthening the capacity of the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Communication (MTPTC).