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Kigali’s Cable-Car Project Set to Redefine Urban Mobility

Kigali’s Cable-Car Project Set to Redefine Urban Mobility

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Backed by a USD 100 million investment, including support from the African Development Bank, the project aims to cut traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and create jobs—all while improving access for underserved communities.

Rwanda is positioning itself as a pioneer in smart urban transport with the launch of Sub-Saharan Africa’s first urban cable-car system in Kigali.

Backed by a USD 100 million investment, including support from the African Development Bank, the project aims to cut traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and create jobs—all while improving access for underserved communities.

Designed as a sustainable solution for rapidly urbanizing African cities, the cable car is a bold step toward green, inclusive infrastructure. The 5.5 km cable car system, with construction slated to begin in late 2026 and commissioning expected by 2028, is designed to alleviate traffic congestion, reduce emissions, and improve access to essential services and jobs. The project is part of Rwanda’s broader strategy to address traffic congestion and reduce carbon emissions, aligning with its national climate goals.

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The cable car system connects key areas of Kigali, including Nyabugogo Taxi Park to the Central Business District (CBD) and the Kigali Convention Center to Kigali Sports City. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a US. The project is anticipated to be a transformative solution for Kigali’s transportation landscape, offering a sustainable and efficient mode of transport.