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Africa Rising Cycling Podcast

Africa Rising Cycling
Tour Du Benin
UCI
Village Bicycle Project
Biniam Girmay
Team BIKE AID
Goma Cycling Club
Africa
Re-Cycle Charity
Tour Of Rwanda
Masaka Cycling Club
South Africa
African Women's Cycling
Ethiopia
Merhawi Kudus
Africa Tour
Jonathan Rafiki
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Accra, Ghana
Dan Craven
Onguza Bicycles

Africa Rising Cycling is a non-profit which has been operating across the continent for 20 years. After the first World Champs on African soil in Sep 2025 and over 140 African men and women racing internationally, 2026 is going to be a big year. We will bring you all the big stories as they happen, talk to the big and rising star names, and share the stories that matter about African cycling! To g... more

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As the 2026 season came to an end this past weekend, we caught up with Matthias Schnapka (Team Principal) and Leo Bouvier (one of the team's Sport Directors) of Team BIKE AID on a bunch of topics:

- An overview of their 2026 season and key young rid... more

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In this episode, Africa Rising Cycling's CEO Kimberly Coats and our podcast host Jeremy discuss some of the latest and breaking news stories in African cycling right now. These include:

- Key African performances at the 2026 UCI Cycling World Champi... more

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"Pedals for Peace" is an extraordinary solo cycling initiative started by Miguel Masaisai, a 25-year-old Congolese triathlete and cyclist from the conflict-torn city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Masaisai uses the bicycle as a ... more

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Thirty-three year old Willie Smit is one of Africa's most ever-present professional cyclists over the last 15 years. He has raced at UCI World Tour, Pro Continental and Continental level across Europe, Africa and Asia.

Willie shares his entry into t... more

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Anyone who knows a little about African cycling knows the name Adrien Niyonshuti. The inspirational Rwandan who survived a genocide, found a purpose riding and racing bicycles, made history by qualifying for the London 2012 Olympics, had a brilliant ... more

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The Tshenolo Women's Pro Cycling Team is a new African women's team, African-owned, and based in South Africa.

The team is considering moving to the UCI Continental level for 2027, however for now is racing across South Africa and all relevant Afri... more

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We always are looking for stories to tell about Junior or U23 African riders as they represent the future of cycling on the continent. Our latest podcast features 21-year-old Neriah Meunier Sow, the new National Champion of Senegal!

Neriah currently... more

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With just four days to go to the start of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, we joined the official AG Insurance Soudal press conference, to hear from Mauritius' Kim Le Court Pienaar about her preparations for this year's race.

Despite her b... more

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Kimberly Coates
CEO of Africa Rising Cycling
Africa Rising
Episode: Its National Champs time! Our review of all the action
Charles-Guy Makongo
President and founder of Goma Cycling Club
Goma Cycling Club
Episode: Operating in the heart of the DRC - Meet Goma Cycling Club
Joshua Poppel
Executive Director of Village Bicycle Project
Village Bicycle Project
Episode: Season 2: Creating a Cycling Culture in Africa: Meet Village Bicycle Project
Dahman Abdesslam
Principal of Madar Pro Cycling Team; involved with Algerian Cycling Federation
Madar Pro Cycling Team; Algerian Cycling Federation
Episode: Meet Madar Pro Cycling - Africa's #1 Men's UCI Continental Team
Michel Mayer
President of Mauritius Cycling
Mauritius Cycling
Episode: Racing Recap: We take a look at how African riders and races are doing (so far!)
Matthias Schnapka
Owner of Team BIKE AID
Team BIKE AID
Episode: Truly Africa's Team: The Amazing Work of Team BIKE AID
Merhawi Kudus
Professional cyclist
Current team (as discussed)
Episode: Merhawi Kudus - A True Pioneer of African Professional Cycling
Alex Mayer
Professional cyclist competing for Burgos BH and Team Mauritius
Burgos BH, Team Mauritius
Episode: Alexandre Mayer - Meet Mauritius' Top Male Rider
Salami Avocetien
Sport director for the Benin National Team, rising star in African cycling
Benin National Team / Team Africa Rising
Episode: Introducing Salami Avocetien - The 21yo Rising Star of African Cycling Development

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Jeremy Ford
Host of the Africa Rising Cycling Podcast
Kimberly Coates
Host of the show and leader in African cycling development

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Meet Africa's Latest Continental Team: Tshenolo Pro Cycling!
Q: What about the development plans for the team and potential sponsorships?
Tshenolo Waste remains the main sponsor, with a search for bike and clothing sponsorships to support growth; the aim is to build a broader sponsorship base to sustain both the men's and women's squads.
Meet Africa's Latest Continental Team: Tshenolo Pro Cycling!
Q: So, Thabiso, it's obviously brilliant to see, as we said, another African team from the UCI. But what do you see as the strategy in the future for Tshenolo in the next year or so?
The plan is to perform at the highest level locally and internationally, mentor the younger riders through experienced athletes, and gradually expand to conquer Africa, touch into Asia, and reassess higher competition as the team grows.
Masaka Cycling Club - Growing Ugandan Men's & Women's Cycling
Q: What were the highlights of 2025 for Masaka Cycling Club?
In 2025 we had seven podiums and 12-13 top-10 finishes across categories, with three riders going to the World Cycling Centre in South Africa and Nantume Maria being selected for an Africa program funded by the UCI, which gave her exposure at the World Championships.
Masaka Cycling Club - Growing Ugandan Men's & Women's Cycling
Q: Where would you describe Masaka in Uganda? So people can get an idea geographically.
Masaka is in the central region, south of Kampala, in Masaka district, a city of about 300,000 people, in a relatively poorer area of Uganda.
Race Preview: Tour du Rwanda 2026
Q: Who are the riders or teams you think could disrupt the expected leaders this year?
Henok Mulubrhan is viewed as the strongest overall favorite for GC and potential stage wins, with responses from teams like BIKE AID and NSN showing potential for surprise performers among Eritrean, Ugandan, and Ethiopian riders.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on African cycling development, governance, and competition, with a strong emphasis on grassroots programs, continental racing, and the pathway from local clubs to Europe. Conversations frequently feature leaders from Africa Rising, national federations, development teams, and regional initiatives, plus top riders sharing career journeys, training philosophies, and the realities of racing in Africa and abroad. A distinguishing thread is the emphasis on sustainable development, mentorship, and community impact—covering topics from national championships and UCI points to volunteer-driven programs, women's racing, and women- and youth-focused development efforts. The podcast is likely to appeal to list... more

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2. Charles-Guy Makongo
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5. Michel Mayer
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