The city of Berbérati, capital of the Mambéré-Kadéï prefecture, is at the heart of a debate regarding the management of urban infrastructure. During a recent evaluation mission, local authorities expressed their dissatisfaction with the Inclusive and Resilient Cities Project (PROVIR). Spearheaded by the Central African government, this program aims to transform the urban landscape of several localities across the country, with priority areas focused on sanitation and the upgrading of basic infrastructure. While PROVIR is presented as an essential development lever to strengthen the resilience of urban areas against climate and health challenges, voices are being raised in Berbérati to contest the way these operations are being conducted on the ground. Local authorities, who are on the front lines in addressing the needs of the population, seem to point to a lack of alignment or an execution that does not meet the expectations expressed during the planning phases. This situation raises questions about the coordination between the central project management bodies and the realities experienced in the prefecture. For now, precise details regarding the technical nature of the grievances have not been exhaustively documented, leaving uncertainty about the future of the works. The sustainability of the investments planned under this project will depend on the ability of the stakeholders to harmonize their visions and to correct the flaws raised by elected officials and local managers during this evaluation mission.