Okavango River Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Mohembo Village, Botswana
The Okavango River Bridge is a cable-stayed crossing spanning the river at Mohembo with distinctive pylon structures. The structure connects both banks and features off-grid solar lighting throughout its length.
Before its construction in 2016, residents crossed using traditional canoes and a pontoon service. The bridge replaced this older system and changed how communities on both sides connect.
The pylon design references elephant tusks, honoring the wildlife that defines this delta region. This architectural choice reflects how the structure connects to the natural world around it.
The bridge is easy to access on foot, with approach roads connecting from both banks. Solar-powered lighting makes crossings safe even during dusk and dawn hours.
The bridge sits within the Okavango Delta, one of Africa's largest inland freshwater systems. Crossing this point connects visitors directly to the rhythm of an exceptional ecosystem.
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