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Daily News Egypt
06-07-2025
- Health
- Daily News Egypt
Nine killed in Regional Ring Road crash as infrastructure concerns mount
Nine people were killed and 11 others injured on Saturday in a head-on collision between two microbuses along Egypt's Regional Ring Road in Monufeya, the latest in a series of deadly accidents fuelling concerns over deteriorating road infrastructure. In a statement, the Ministry of Health and Population confirmed that 18 ambulances equipped with advanced medical tools were dispatched to the crash site, located on the highway section connecting Cairo to the Alexandria Desert Road. The injured were transferred to El-Bagour Specialised Hospital for emergency treatment. Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar ordered maximum emergency readiness in nearby hospitals and instructed that psychological support be provided to survivors and to the families of the deceased. Preliminary investigations suggest one of the microbuses veered into the opposite lane, resulting in a head-on collision—a pattern reminiscent of a similar tragedy two weeks earlier, in which 18 young women from Kafr El-Sanabsa were killed when a speeding truck struck their vehicle on the same road. Deputy Health Minister Mohamed El-Tayeb, who was sent to the scene, confirmed the availability of all necessary medical supplies, including medications, equipment, and blood units. He has been tasked with preparing a detailed report on the victims' conditions and the quality of care administered. Originally designed to ease traffic congestion in Cairo and improve connectivity between Upper Egypt and Delta, the Regional Ring Road has instead become a flashpoint for fatal crashes, particularly in neglected stretches such as those in Monufeya. In response to growing public outrage, Minister of Transport Kamel Al-Wazir announced last week that a comprehensive upgrade of the 152-kilometre road had begun. Speaking during a visit to a previous crash site, Al-Wazir said that development work is currently underway on 110 kilometres, with the remainder to be completed in subsequent phases. He estimated that raising the road to modern safety standards would require at least EGP 50bn in investment. The annual budget of the General Authority for Roads and Bridges ranges from EGP 25-30bn, with a further EGP 7-10bn earmarked for maintenance. Despite the government's pledges, critics argue that poor lighting, inadequate safety barriers, and the absence of road signage continue to make the Regional Ring Road particularly hazardous. Monufeya residents describe it as a daily risk, especially for commuters and labourers travelling between rural villages and nearby cities. According to the Central Agency for Public Mobilisation and Statistics (CAPMAS), Egypt recorded 5,260 road traffic fatalities and over 76,000 injuries in 2024—an increase of 7.5% compared to the previous year. Daqahleya reported the highest number of injuries. As fatalities on the Regional Ring Road continue to rise, public calls are growing louder for the government to accelerate safety upgrades and tighten regulation of transport operations. The Ministry of Health reiterated its commitment to working alongside state agencies to provide comprehensive medical and psychological support, and extended its condolences to the families affected by the tragedy.
Egypt Today
17-05-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Transport Minister announces BRT pilot operation Saturday
BRT bus - file CAIRO 17 May 2025: Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel el Wazir has announced the beginning of the pilot operation of the first phase of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. This came during Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli's tour to inspect the project operation in the presence of the governors of Cairo and Qalyubia governorates and the president of the General Authority for Roads and Bridges. The minister explained details on linking the BRT stations and bus stops on the Ring Road to serve commuters, noting that 35-kilometer long first phase extends from the intersection of the Ring Road with the Alexandria Agricultural Road to the Police Academy Station. He underlined the importance of the project, which is carried out under the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to expand in offering environment-friendly means of transportation. The project is one of the main arteries linking the eastern and western areas of the capital and connecting these areas with the New Administrative Capital, the minister said, noting that there are transit stations with the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and the metro first and the third lines. During the pilot trial Saturday, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli was briefed about the operation system of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. The premier was briefed by Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel el Wazir during his tour to inspect the pilot operation of the first phase of the BRT project. El Wazir explained details on linking the BRT stations with bus stops on the Ring Road as well as waiting areas for commuters and ways to get BRT tickets. The minister pointed out that 100 air-conditioned electric buses will be operated in the first and second phases of the project. The 66-seat buses are set to serve 3,200 commuters per hour on both directions. He added that the buses are locally manufactured under the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on localizing industries to contribute to changing Egypt into a regional industrial hub
Middle East
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// PM: Top priority given to expansion in green public transportation projects
CAIRO, May 17 (MENA) - Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli on Saturday said that a great importance is attached to the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project that aims to smooth traffic flow on the Ring Road, in accordance with directives of President Abdel Fattah el Sisi to expand the development of sustainable, eco-friendly mass transportation. Madbouli made the remarks during a tour Saturday to inspect the pilot operation of the first phase of the BRT project, which extends from the intersection of the Ring Road with the Alexandria Agricultural Road to the Police Academy Station. Later in the day, the premier will head to Al Fustat Gardens development project to follow up its implementation rate. During his tour of the BRT project, Madbouli is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel el Wazir, Governor of Cairo Ibrahim Saber Khalil, Qalyubia Governor Ayman Atiya, Head of the General Authority for Roads and Bridges Tarek Abdel Gawad and a host of officials. Today's tour falls within the framework of the government's efforts to follow up on progress of national and public service projects implemented nationwide, in order to improve the living standards of people, the premier said. He added that the tour aims to assess readiness of the first phase of the BRT project ahead of its official launch for public use as well as the progress achieved so far in Al Fustat Gardens development project which aims to turn the area into a regional tourist destination. (MENA) A A E/M N E
