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Cairo’s New Bus Rapid Transit System: a Leap Towards Sustainable Urban Mobility

Cairo’s chronic traffic congestion may finally see relief with the introduction of a new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, a fast, electric, and affordable public transport alternative designed to ease pressure on the city’s overburdened roads and microbus networks. Traffic congestion in Cairo is more than just an inconvenience, it is a daily struggle that drains time, pollutes the air, and strains the city’s economy. With gridlocked streets and jam-packed microbuses, the capital’s transport system is long overdue for a transformation.  According to the World Bank’s Cairo Traffic Congestion study, the city experiences significant economic losses due to congestion, estimated at up to EGP 50 billion (approximately USD 8 billion) annually, representing about four percent of Egypt’s gross domestic product (GDP). The study highlights that efforts to address the problem, such as expanding public transportation and better traffic management, have not kept pace with the city’s growth. Additionally, a report by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) notes that a lack of sufficient rapid transit options, coupled with increasing private car ownership, has led to daily traffic snarls in Cairo. Now, a major shift is underway. The MinistryContinue reading "Cairo’s New Bus Rapid Transit System: a Leap Towards Sustainable Urban Mobility"

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