Egypt’s government launches ‘Cairo Bike’ project ahead of COP27

CAIRO – 25 October 2022: The Egyptian government launched the "Cairo Bike" project in Cairo, to include Downtown, Garden City and Zamalek.

Cairo Bike Project - photo via Min. of Tourism & Antiquities

The designated pathways - Min. of Tourism & Antiquities

The project's map - Min. of Tourism & Antiquities 

The first phase of the project contains 25 stations and hundreds of bikes available for rent in Downtown through a designated application. The hourly price starts from L.E1.

The project aims to encourage citizens to use sustainable transportation, reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. It is one of the government's sustainable initiatives, coinciding with the Sharm El-Sheikh Climate Conference [COP27] set for November.