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Bus-hailing service Swvl shuts commuter service, cites tough economic times

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Egyptian bus-hailing service Swvl has announced plans to shut its intra city rides in the country effective Friday, June 3, citing tough economic times.

The company that ventured into the Kenyan market in July 2019 also suspended Swvl Travel from May 30.

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