N10 road (Central African Republic)

The N10 route originates in Berbérati, a small town where it intersects with the N6. Initially, the road extends approximately 80 kilometers southeast, venturing into the dense tropical rainforest. As an unpaved road, the N10 traverses flat and sparsely populated areas, characteristic of the region. From Katakpo, the road continues southwest for an additional 50 kilometers, ultimately terminating in the town of Nola, situated on the banks of the Sangha River. Notably, some maps indicate that the N10 may extend further west from Nola, spanning an additional 80 kilometers to the border with Cameroon, although this segment is not universally recognized.^[4]

The N10 serves as a link between the town of Nola, which has a population of approximately 29,000 inhabitants, and the rest of the Central African Republic. However, it is not a through connection, but rather a critical access route for the local community. The entirety of the N10 is a dirt road, making it challenging to navigate during and after rainfall, which can impact its passability and the movement of people and goods.^[5]