This archive report was first published on 11 July 2019.
Charles Nyende, a seasoned traveler, recently visited Cairo and was struck by the city's complex road network. The Egyptian capital boasts a dense and extensive network of super highways, with numerous roads crisscrossing the city.
According to Nyende, the road network in Cairo is so complex that even long-time residents need to read the road signage keenly to find their way about town. The network is a vast vehicular transport infrastructure that is a marvel to behold.
However, Cairo's road network is not the only thing that sets it apart. The city is also home to horse-drawn carriages, a common sight in parts of Giza as you head towards the pyramids. These carriages are often used to transport goods and are a relic of the ancient Egyptian kingdom's expert horsemen and chariots.
Another striking aspect of Cairo's transportation scene is the lack of helmet-wearing motorcyclists. Motorcyclists, including boda boda riders, seem to cruise through the city without wearing protective gear, with few exceptions.
As Nyende notes, the topic of traffic manners keeps popping up in his notebook, and it cannot be helped. The lack of helmet-wearing motorcyclists is a concern, and it is not uncommon to see passengers on the bike without helmets either.
With the recent sacking of Mexican coach Javier Aguirre, the local media has been discussing who should replace him. The consensus is that foreign coaches have not delivered, and it is time to look inward again. One name that is popping up in discussions is local man Hossam Hassan, a former international forward who led Al Masry to a top-four finish in the league for three consecutive seasons.
