A would-be road construction in the Gofa vicinity is seemingly forgotten with pedestrians forced to use parts of the previously paved asphalt or brave the dug-up parts in the absence of motorized travel options. The area is situated south of the city center, near Qera, is known for its spare parts shops and military housing. Though Addis Abeba has witnessed significant growth in road construction in recent times, aiming to improve infrastructure and connectivity, many such projects have often been plagued by delays, impacting both the city's development and the daily lives of its residents.