Francis is excited to carry his goods on his bike instead of his back!

Francis is from Ghana and lives at the end of a wretched gravel road 18 km. from the main coastal highway. The road is so bad that taxis won’t go there unless you pay 10 times the standard rate. For several weeks during the rainy season the road is cut off, and travelers must wade through thigh deep mud to transfer from a landlocked car to another car bound for the outside world. The four or five vehicle round trips each day are made by minibuses contracted by the town. This poor transportation means people walk most places they need to go. Thanks to your donation, Francis received a bicycle and was taught how to take care of it.

Francis is a farmer, and will use his bicycle to go to the farm, about 3 miles from his home. He grows plantains and cassava, and sells the surplus at the small town market. He walks there almost every day and is looking forward to having more time and strength for farming when he rides his bike. He is also looking forward to having more time to spend with his family. Owning a bike saves time and energy for Francis and his family, and makes life a lot more productive!

Francis is very thankful for your donation, Max! Thanks for your support of the Village Bicycle Project!