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Public Tap Tap Service in Port Au Prince for Reconnection of Cities in Haiti
Date
September 2022 - December 2022
Principal Investigator
Dr. Timothy Murtha
Institution / Department
UF College of Design, Construction and Planning
Haiti's cities remain disconnected, a result of decades of colonial occupation, with limited transportation networks linking them. Tap Taps, widely used in Port-au-Prince, are a popular mode of transportation but often too expensive for many, limiting access to the middle class. Introducing a Public Tap Tap Service (PTTS) could make this vital tradition more accessible, allowing operators to continue their business while connecting more people across the country. Improving road systems and city connections would enhance sustainability and help bridge the divisions caused by Haiti's colonial history.