Mixed reactions as cashless bus fare payment is rolled out in Kigali

Last week, the City of Kigali rolled out an e-fare payment system for public transport users on selected city routes, like the Kanombe-Kigali route. The move is part of its Smart Kigali initiative and efforts geared at green development by cutting down on paper production which hurts the environment.
Emmanuel Asaba Katabarwa, the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency head of transport department, launches the smart card service provided by AC Group in November. The service has been rolled out on some city routes. (File)
Emmanuel Asaba Katabarwa, the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency head of transport department, launches the smart card service provided by AC Group in November. The service has been rolled out on some city routes. (File)
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