Rwanda's mobility plan in seven junctions

Kigali’s mobility challenges, congestion, poor public transit links and a lack of cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, have led Rwanda to launch the Kigali Urban Transportation Infrastructure (KUTI) project. This $120m initiative, part of Kigali’s master plan, targets seven key junctions with intelligent transport systems, dedicated bus lanes and other upgrades to reduce travel times, costs and vehicle emissions by 2030.

Rwanda now has the need for more robust and cost-effective public transport (image: BasiGo Rwanda)

In phase one, the three busiest junctions (Chez Lando, Gishushu and Sonatubes) will be upgraded: plans include grade-separated interchanges, traffic signals, dedicated bus lanes, footpaths and cycle tracks. The project also includes purchasing at least ten electric buses and installing charging stations to decarbonise public transport. RTDA says Kigali will add bus lanes, expand NMT networks and use ITS to alleviate congestion and improve efficiency.

Backed by the African Development Bank, JICA and others, KUTI aims to ease Kigali’s congestion and support a greener urban transport future.

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