Pay As You Go: Distance-Based Fare Pilot to Launch in Kigali Public Transport

Kigali is set to revolutionize its public transportation system with the introduction of a Distance-Based Fare pilot program on December 4, 2024. This pricing model will be tested on specific routes, namely Nyabugogo-Kabuga and Downtown-Kabuga, allowing passengers to pay based on the distance traveled instead of a standard flat fare.

The pilot initiative, according to Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA), seeks to promote equity and fairness in public transport fare system.

Unlike the way it was done, the new system will require passengers to Tap In when boarding the buses and Tap Out at the end of the trip.

If this system works well, it will solve the issue for public transport users who often complain about being overcharged compared to the distance travelled.