Guayaquil bus e-payment rollout: users lack recharge info, cash phase-out by Jan 2027

Guayaquil's ATM plans to eliminate cash on urban buses by end-January 2027, but users report confusion over where to recharge the La Guayaca card and how the system works. The transition is in early stages with unclear communication, risking operational friction and public backlash.

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