As such, Cairo’s traffic congestion will be reduced and the duration of commutes will be shortened saving LE 250 million ($14.2 million) in the cost of public transportation buses. The third line includes 10 stations and has a total length of 15.8 km.The third phase of the third metro line will connect the working-class districts of Attaba, Bulaq and Imbaba with Cairo University in Giza. The construction work of the 18-kilometer phase officially started in 2017; it includes 15 stops, including Zamalek.Around 3.5 million Cairenes use the metro every day. Launched in 1987, the metro has since become the most important means of transportation in Cairo. Within the 2030 Vision, it is planned that Greater Cairo houses six metro lines.

Source: Egypt Today November 10, 2019 08:42 UTC