Congresswoman Ivone Cardoso Questions the Minister of Transportation and Maritime Affairs About the Situation of the Djabraba

The issue was raised by Ivone Cardoso, a representative of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) elected from the Brava constituency, who sought clarification on the vessel’s current status and the reasons why service between the two islands has not yet begun.

During her remarks, the lawmaker questioned the minister about the condition of the Djabraba, as well as the reasons that continue to prevent the start of the Brava/Fogo/Brava ferry service.

This concern arises as the people of Brava continue to await a solution to improve maritime transportation between the two islands—a connection considered vital for passenger travel and for the economic and social life of the population.

In response, the Minister of Transportation and the Sea stated that the ship is expected to begin making trips before Christmas, noting that this launch is a long-awaited development for the people of Brava.

João do Carmo Brito Soares went further and described the start of the Djabraba’s operations as a Christmas gift for the people of Brava Island, thereby raising expectations that the maritime connection will become a reality before the end of this year.

The minister’s statement represents a new timeline for the start of the vessel’s operations, which the people of Brava have been eagerly awaiting amid persistent concerns about maritime transport and the connection between Brava and Fogo.

It now remains to be seen what the next steps will be and whether the deadline announced by the minister will be met, allowing the Djabraba to effectively begin providing service between Brava and Fogo before the Christmas holidays.

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