10-07-2025
German Cities Tap Night Cabs to Give Women Safer Rides
In Germany, growing anxiety over women's safety has prompted several cities to launch night cab subsidy programs. Women can collect €10 vouchers to help pay for taxi rides. So far, cities from Munich to Mannheim have reported strong demand.
The initiatives come as violence against females is rising across the country, with a recent surge in sexual offenses. Some users call the programs a game-changer, while experts question their effectiveness in tackling the root causes without broader interventions. The programs' success has also revealed limitations, including funding to keep them going, Marilen Martin reports. Today on CityLab:
