Electric Scooters Banned in Giza Governorate

Electric scooters have been banned across Giza Governorate following a surge in accidents involving children and teenagers operating them recklessly, according to an official statement by the Giza Governorate.

The scooters, which resemble small motorcycles and operate silently at high speeds, have been described as especially hazardous when used without adult supervision. Most are unlicensed and do not conform to the traffic safety specifications required for legal operation. Reports noted that some minors were using the scooters in a "showy and dangerous manner", leading to repeated incidents and prompting widespread complaints from residents.

District heads have been instructed to seize these scooters and prevent their return to the streets. Authorities are also coordinating efforts to identify businesses that rent them to school students and minors. At the same time, awareness campaigns are underway to inform parents of the potential dangers and encourage closer supervision of their children's use of such vehicles.

Efforts are being made to distinguish between standing electric scooters and the larger, motorcycle-style ones, with only the latter falling under the scope of the ban. The governorate is also considering the allocation of designated, enclosed areas where scooters could be used safely without endangering pedestrians or disrupting traffic.

Officials emphasised the need for stronger legal and regulatory measures to address the wider issue of unlicensed vehicles and maintain order on the streets. The safety of children was cited as a key priority, with calls for greater parental responsibility and stronger collaboration between communities and government agencies to curb the problem.