VOICED : Cairo traffic poses daily test of survival

The video discusses the challenges of navigating traffic in Cairo, a city with 20 million people where traffic laws are often ignored. Moustapha uses his smartphone's GPS to plan his routes, which has changed his daily routine and life. Despite efforts by authorities to control traffic with speed cameras, congestion remains a major issue, leading some residents to switch from cars to scooters. The video highlights the economic impact of traffic congestion, costing Egypt $8 billion annually, and the high number of daily road fatalities.

How does Moustapha manage his travel through Cairo's traffic?

• By avoiding travel during peak hours

• By following the traffic laws strictly

• By relying on his smartphone's GPS

• By using a paper map

What measures have authorities taken to control traffic in Cairo?

• Introduced congestion charges

• Set up speed cameras and radars

• Implemented a carpooling system

• Built more roads

What change did some residents make to cope with Cairo's traffic?

• Moved to the suburbs

• Started working from home

• Gave up on cars altogether

• Started using bicycles

What is the estimated annual economic cost of traffic congestion in Egypt?

• $12 billion

• $10 billion

• $8 billion

• $5 billion

How many people were estimated to die daily on Egyptian roads in 2015?

• 20 people

• 17 people

• 15 people

• 10 people