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Rwanda: First-Hand Experience of Kigali's New Bus Lanes
Kigali's transition to a service-led public transport model is already reshaping the commuter experience, something I witnessed first-hand during a peak-hour trip this week. Launched on Tuesday, December 2, the new model is designed to improve reliability, streamline fleet management, and support the city's shift toward greener transport.
Rwandan police have warned motorists in Kigali city to use the new “BUS ONLY” lanes, saying they are reserved for buses, vehicles carrying more than eight passengers and light commercial vehicles, and that those who do not use them will face fines. Since December 2, 2025, the route from the city center to the city center, known as ‘downtown’, has begun to implement a plan to allocate one lane to public buses, in order to avoid delays on the road…
Kigali’s New Bus Lane and the Stubborn Motos
As I drove from home to work this Monday morning, there were interesting scenes across the road from the Sonatubes roundabout to the Central Business District (CBD). This stretch, known… The post Kigali’s New Bus Lane and the Stubborn Motos appeared first on KT PRESS.
Kigali introduces exclusive bus lanes to improve public transport
The City of Kigali on Tuesday, December 2, launched a new dedicated public bus lane system, an initiative designed to ease traffic congestion and improve daily transportation for bus users. The new lanes currently run from downtown through Sonatubes to Remera, with plans to extend to other parts of the city. The setup features special lanes marked by a broken yellow line and the letters BUS ONLY inscribed on the pavement. At junctions, there are…
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