Bamboo Bikes, GhanaA Bamboo Bike is exactly what it sounds like, a bicycle made of bamboo. Compared to producing conventional bicycles made of metal, making bamboo bikes require less electricity and no hazardous chemicals. In addition, the bike is suitable for rough terrain and can carry heavy loads, which is crucial in rural areas. Bamboo Bikes is led by a local team comprised of young forward thinkers who share a vision of addressing climate change, poverty, rural-urban migration, and youth unemployment by building high-quality bamboo bicycles. The project, which is propelled by women’s leadership, is also improving the lives of many rural Ghanaian women by creating sustainable and affordable transportation. Most importantly, it provides training for women with little or no education, which contributes to increasing their employment opportunities.
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