Dakar's dangerous commute

Cycling in Dakar is not a lifestyle trend. For many, it is a daily challenge shaped by traffic congestion, polluted air and a lack of road safety. We follow doctors, lawyers and cycling teachers who navigate Senegal’s capital on two wheels, often at personal risk. As African cities expand and car ownership rises, cyclists and pedestrians are increasingly exposed to danger. Senegal has announced ambitious plans for new bike infrastructure, but delays, poor enforcement and shared lanes with motorbikes raise doubts about real progress. What does Dakar’s cycling struggle reveal about the future of urban mobility in fast growing cities? And can cycling become a serious alternative in Africa’s transport transition? 00:00 Cycling in Dakar and the Daily Battle with Traffic 00:40 Commuting by Bike for Work and Survival 01:30 Learning to Cycle and Gender Barriers in the City 02:10 Urban Growth, Bike Lanes and Dakar’s Mobility Future ► Liked the video? Let us know by giving us a thumbs up! ► Want to see more? Make sure to subscribe ► Check our website: https://dw.com/REV REV - The Global Auto and Mobility Show from Deutsche Welle #DW #DWREV #urbanmobility #CyclingAfrica #sustainabletransport #futureofmobility #ebikes #dakar #RoadSafety #ClimateAction #transportpolicy