Why the City of Cape Town is closing cycling lanes

Last week, the City of Cape Town closed 15 pedestrian and cycle lanes in Mitchells Plain due to their use for criminal activities, aiming to curb rising crime and gangsterism. According to TopAuto, a total of 72 problematic lanes have been shut down so far, with an additional 265 closures planned. Also read: Decade-long wait ends: Safe haven for GBV victims … Continue reading Why the City of Cape Town is closing cycling lanes