Great news for everyone (except for mountaineers, extreme sports enthusiasts, and funny viral video makers): The infamous Mount EDSA footbridge will soon be closed after its replacement was unveiled yesterday to the public by none other than President Bongbong Marcos himself.

The original Kamuning footbridge hit the headlines back in 2018, when its unveiling led to all sorts of nicknames being given to it. Memes and viral videos made the rounds and made fun of a structure that might have been well-intended but proved to be a challenge for many pedestrians. Wheelchair users stood almost no chance of ever making it up Mount Kamuning, which led to calls for a better solution to be implemented.

That solution has now arrived, and stands not far from the original bridge. It’s also more than just an accessible way to cross Metro Manila’s main thoroughfare. The project incorporated a complete refurbishment of the Kamuning EDSA bus stop, which, according to the government, will now see its capacity increase from 5,000 to 8,000 daily travelers.

The bridge and the bus stop now have wheelchair-accessible facilities that include elevators and ramps, and brand-new displays showing the fares to various destinations. The project cost P87.3 million and began construction in October 2025. While it’s no grand central station by any means, it’s definitely a big improvement on the previous setup. The new bridge enables pedestrians to cross the road easier and safer.

The project was led by the Department of Transportation in coordination with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority and the Department of Public Works and Highways. This forms part of the modernization of the EDSA Busway System.