Madagascar has a largely unused $170 million cable car system in its capital, Antananarivo, which was intended to alleviate traffic congestion. The system, inaugurated by former President Andry Rajoelina, proved too expensive for the average citizen, with fares six to eight times higher than traditional minibus taxis. This led to public anger, especially given the lack of basic services like running water, and some stations were damaged during a recent coup. AI
RANK_REASON Significant infrastructure project with major financial implications and public dissatisfaction in a developing nation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]
- Africa
- Andry Rajoelina
- Antananarivo
- France
- Madagascar
- Pieter Onderwater
- University of Cape Town
- World Bank
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