Sources consulted
This page lists all the official, citizen and field sources consulted to verify the case of the degraded road in Dakar – Yoff.
Dakar – Yoff: road degraded for 8 months, thousands of users in dangerVerified
Sources consulted
4
Total
Official sources
2
50%
Citizen testimonies
1
25%
Field observations
1
25%
Reliability level
Strong
1. List of sources
| Source type | Source | Date | Reliability / confidence level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citizen testimony | Initial citizen reportAnonymous citizen | 12 May 2025 | Reliability: medium | Cross-checked |
| Field observation | Field visit by the Khountou teamObservation report | 15 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Confirmed |
| Official source | Regional Infrastructure DepartmentTechnical note no. 112/2025 | 16 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Confirmed |
| Official source | Yoff Town HallOfficial answer | 18 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Consulted |
2. Cross-checking method
Our fact-checks rely on rigorous cross-checking of information from multiple, independent sources.
- Field check: direct observation of the state of the road and geolocated photos.
- Citizen testimonies: collection of testimonies from regular users and residents.
- Official documents: review of technical notes and answers from the competent administrations.
- Consistency over time: comparison of information over time to confirm the persistence of the problem.
The convergence of sources confirms the accuracy of the reported facts.
3. Timeline of consultations
- 12 May 2025Citizen report received
- 13-14 May 2025Collection of citizen testimonies & selection of sources
- 15 May 2025Field visit and observations by the Khountou team
- 16 May 2025Request for and receipt of technical note no. 112/2025
- 18 May 2025Official answer received from Yoff Town Hall
- 19 May 2025Final cross-check and validation of the information
4. Key facts confirmed by the sources
- The Dakar – Yoff road (Cité Biagui – Campement Ngor section) is severely degraded.
- The damage has persisted for at least 8 months without significant maintenance.
- Users (drivers, motorcyclists, pedestrians) are exposed to accident risks.
- Testimonies converge on the same daily difficulties.
- Official documents confirm that the authorities are aware of the problem.
- Urgent intervention is needed to guarantee the safety of users.