siyanqoba

Spontaneous applause breaks out as the cyclists whiz past spectators in a blur of colour, but this is no international tour. It is just another training ride for the Siyanqoba Cycling Club on the streets of New Brighton in Port Elizabeth. "We've never had such things in the townships," said club chairman Yster Xatasi. "People are very interested and cheer whenever they see us ­- you'd be surprised!" Xatasi and his committee started Siyanqoba (which means "to conquer") in January 2009 … [Read more...] about Tour de New Brighton