The PPA supported action group ‘Stop Killing Cyclists SA Org’ , which staged a silent protest outside the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday 29 July, in protest against the senseless deaths of cyclists on South African roads. A driver, who allegedly struck and killed a cyclist...
The Overstrand welcomed a handover of 60 bicycles to 4 Municipal Units; Fire Unit (15 bicycles), Law Enforcement Unit (15 bicycles), Environmental Services Unit (15 bicycles) and Traffic Unit (15 bicycles). These bicycles will be distributed to eligible members who live within the Project area...
Every year, Mandela Day is celebrated on the 18th of July and, although South Africa is currently facing the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can still assist others in this time of need. With its focus on cyclists’ safety and cycling as a key...
“As we reach 100 days of lockdown in South Africa, the message is simple - Stay home as much as possible, stay safe but do get outside for fresh air and exercise. Flattening the curve of infections is critical in enabling our health systems to...
We here at PPA hope that you and your families are staying safe in these trying times and are enjoying being able to cycle under the lighter lockdown regulations. We are appealing to those members who have not yet done so to please renew your Pedal Power Association Membership. We have not...
For many of you, it is that time of year to renew your membership which is so critical for us to be able to support cycling and the interests of cyclists. Your contributions help fund our activities, as well as giving PPA credibility as an organisation...
Over the past few weeks there have been several attacks on joggers and cyclists as lockdown level 3 is implemented. Some of these have occurred along Steenberg Road specifically in the area between the USA Consulate and the Steenberg Village Shopping Centre. On Sunday, 7...
The Pedal Power Association and Bicycling Empowerment Network through Bike4All are joining forces with Khaltsha Cycles on #HeroesOnBikes campaign to raise funds for essential workers who are in need of safe, reliable and convenient transportation to get to our communities though-out the COVID-19 crisis. We wish...
The Pedal Power Association, one of South Africa’s largest cycling organisations, together with the Cape Town Cycle Tour, have noticed a worrying trend that a large number of cyclists are not adhering to the mandatory use of a face mask/buff when out on the roads...
Rens Rezelman, chairman of the Pedal Power Association says that the last 5 weeks of lockdown have been exceptionally challenging for so many South Africans. “The fine balancing act of lives versus livelihoods is not an easy one that our Government is grappling with. Apart from all...