In a landmark move toward more sustainable and inclusive urban development, the Government of Egypt has launched the Egypt Active Mobility Strategy 2025–2034, a comprehensive national framework designed to transform how people move within Egyptian cities. The strategy redefines the role of walking and cycling in Egypt’s transport system, placing people, rather than vehicles, at the heart of urban mobility planning. Despite widespread walking and cycling, many Egyptian cities remain dominated by motorized traffic. Streets are often designed for cars, with limited infrastructure for pedestrians or cyclists. This imbalance has led to chronic congestion, poor air quality, and unsafe road conditions, all of which have become defining features of urban life in Cairo, Alexandria, and other growing cities. For many Egyptians, walking is not a lifestyle choice but a necessity: it is how millions access schools, shops, transit stops, and workplaces each day. Yet pedestrians and cyclists face fragmented sidewalks, limited crossings, and unsafe intersections. These challenges disproportionately affect women, children, older adults, and people with disabilities, who are more vulnerable to unsafe street conditions and social exclusion.
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