Solo female cyclist arrives in Cape Town after six month journey from Cairo
5 July 2022
Women’s cycling has a deep and rich history and Ms Ogden is one of an elite group of women to traverse the African continentActing Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Alderman Grant Twigg, was on hand to welcome solo female cyclist Eilidh Ogden on Saturday, 2 July 2022 when she arrived in Cape Town, having cycled from Cairo over the past six months.
Ms Ogden started her journey in January and travelled through various countries and cities, before ending her tour in Cape Town.
‘Women’s cycling has a deep and rich history and Ms Ogden is one of an elite group of women to traverse the African continent. Her tenacity, courage and determination to complete her solo cycling adventure is an amazing personal achievement. We are honoured that Cape Town was her final destination in an epic journey and wish her well on her future endeavours,’ said Alderman Twigg.
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City of Cape Town, Media Office