The cyclists depart from the Nelson Mandela Foundation, followed by a support group of bikers
On 17 August 2014, parents, schoolchildren and CycAlive supporters gathered at the Nelson Mandela Foundation to wish 50 young cyclists well as they began their relay cycle to Durban.
A three-school initiative designed to encourage ubuntu among South Africa’s youth, CycAlive follows the journey of a team of exuberant Grade 11 boys from diverse backgrounds as they cycle from Johannesburg to Durban, spreading goodwill and learning about themselves and others along the way.
Launched by the Torah Academy, Moletsane High and Tladi Technical in 1998, CycAlive sees learners from very different backgrounds cycle the 500km journey in relay.
The aims of CycAlive are:
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To build bridges and form bonds between young South Africans and their respective communities
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To inspire ubuntu, optimism and commitment for the common good of a positive future in South Africa
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To raise funds for much-needed educational projects
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To highlight the importance of road safety and the Arrive Alive campaign, particularly relating to cyclists
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To encourage leadership and a spirit of adventure, personal challenge and self-confidence.
Over the past 16 years CycAlive has featured on national TV and news channels, and became a feature on e.tv's erstwhile Morning Edition show. The Minister of Transport and other high profile political, sports and religious leaders have attended CycAlive launch and arrival events in Johannesburg and Durban.
Proceeds raised through CycAlive will be used to significantly improve educational projects and address needs in the participating schools.
To find out more about the project, email cycalive@torahacademy.co.za or call Rabbi Hazdan at the Torah Academy High School on +27 (0)11 640 7566.
Click here to view a gallery of images from the launch.
