The city of Dakar recently launched the anticipated 18.3km fully electric BRT system, a first in the Africa region. The e-BRT system is expected to carry 300,000 passengers a day and reduce travel journey time from 95 to 45 minutes. The system is set to operate a robust fleet of 144 articulated e-buses, spearheading a transformative shift towards zero emission urban transport, a mode shift from private vehicle uses through better quality urban transport as well as encouraging renewable energy...| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
The buzz around electrification has overshadowed the need for urban transport reforms that can ensure that cities have efficient, high-quality public transport complemented by complete walking and cycling networks. In the excitement towards this new industry, experts often overlook the core inefficiencies in our urban transport systems—especially in Africa, where government investments in public transport are minimal and land use policies encourage sprawl.| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
Africa’s cities are undergoing a profound transformation, driven by a pressing need to cater for the continent’s rapidly urbanising population. Cities around the continent are embracing forward-looking urban planning and sustainable public transport solutions to meet this escalating demand. Yet, this endeavour is no small feat. Governments find themselves in a challenging conundrum, contending with the vast gap between the infrastructure required and the available resources. Complicating ...| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
The Nairobi Expressway, implemented under a build-operate-transfer model by China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), is arguably Kenya’s most distinct private-public partnership project. While the project is popular with motorists, public transport users, pedestrians, and cyclists continue to face daily challenges while travelling on the corridor. As Nairobi and other African cities shift toward modern urban infrastructure and public-private partnerships, it is key to rethink the needs of ...| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
The Cairo Bike launch comes at an opportune time when Egypt is hosting of the 27th session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in the city of Sharm el-Sheikh, calling attention to the need for investment in cycling as an essential, low-carbon transport mode.| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
Transit-oriented development is an essential part of urban planning that enables the design and development of urban areas that improve the quality of life by integrating opportunities, activities, and affordable housing in close proximity to mass rapid transit.| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
The growth of private vehicles in urban areas has over the years resulted in a transport planning system that focuses more on private vehicle travel and less on other sustainable modes of transport such as walking, cycling, and public transport. In many African cities where a majority of urban residents walk, cycle, or use public transport, a more balanced approach to redesigning streets is warranted for more equitable and accessible transport.| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
The upcoming general elections in Kenya will be key in determining the country’s direction and investment plan over the next five years. At the forefront of the issues facing the country is the question of the high cost of living driven in large part by the rising price of fuel. In order to ensure access to opportunities in Kenyan cities, there is an urgent need to invest in accessible and affordable modes of transport.| Institute for Transportation and Development Policy - Promoting sustainable a...
