While one would argue this is no great feat, technology-wise, as it pretty much reinvents the same technology of Uber, Lyft and other competitors, both co-founders argue differently. Egypt, with its population of 90 million people, has a major traffic congestion problem, and ride-hailing apps claim they can provide some relief. But the government is not convinced. The company claims to have achieved this growth by appealing to local patriotism, as well as promising no surge charging rates, lower fares, and increased safety features.
Egypt, with its population of 90 million people, has a major traffic congestion problem, and ride-hailing apps claim they can provide some relief. But the government is not convinced. The company claims to have achieved this growth by appealing to local patriotism, as well as promising no surge charging rates, lower fares, and increased safety features.