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Get ready for an inspiring adventure as Ellie Mitchell-Heggs shares her incredible plan to pedal 10,000 kilometers across Africa. As of this episode, Ellie is in Tanzania, one-third of the way to Cape Town. She discusses the motivation behind her ambitious project – which she calls Cycle Africa – to connect with 100 non-governmental organizations and social enterprises to gain a firsthand understanding of local, community-led development. Ellie also tells about her family background and how it shaped her perspective on Africa, her previous bikepacking adventures in Europe, her extensive preparations for this journey, and the realities of being a solo female traveler in Africa. She recounts the highs and lows of her expedition, from the physical challenges of treacherous dirt roads and swarming insects to the heartwarming connections made with local organizations. This is more than just a bike trip; it's an incredible story of connection and purpose.
The Cycle Africa Instagram is @projectcycleafrica and its website is cycleafrica.org.
For links to podcast platforms, feedback via email, the podcast website, and Instagram:
https://linktr.ee/accidental_bicycle_tourist
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Get ready for an inspiring adventure as Ellie Mitchell-Heggs shares her incredible plan to pedal 10,000 kilometers across Africa. As of this episode, Ellie is in Tanzania, one-third of the way to Cape Town. She discusses the motivation behind her ambitious project – which she calls Cycle Africa – to connect with 100 non-governmental organizations and social enterprises to gain a firsthand understanding of local, community-led development. Ellie also tells about her family background and how it shaped her perspective on Africa, her previous bikepacking adventures in Europe, her extensive preparations for this journey, and the realities of being a solo female traveler in Africa. She recounts the highs and lows of her expedition, from the physical challenges of treacherous dirt roads and swarming insects to the heartwarming connections made with local organizations. This is more than just a bike trip; it's an incredible story of connection and purpose.
The Cycle Africa Instagram is @projectcycleafrica and its website is cycleafrica.org.
For links to podcast platforms, feedback via email, the podcast website, and Instagram:
https://linktr.ee/accidental_bicycle_tourist

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