Today, October 8th, is Jock Boyer’s 70th Birthday. Jock is the founder of Team Rwanda Cycling, which is now Team Africa Rising. Although he stays somewhat out of the limelight these days, he continues to work behind the scenes on…
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When Team Africa Rising accepted the invitation to last weekend’s Maryland Cycling Classic, there was no doubt that the level of the event was considerably higher than the racing level and experience of the Benin Women’s National Team. There was…
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I wish you all could see what I see. Experience what I experience. I want you to understand how much everything we do matters, not only in cycling but also in the lives of the young people in the Team…
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The 2025 Tour du Benin was a resounding success. News continues to spread about the race and the work being led by the President of the Benin Cycling Federation. The Tour du Benin grows in notoriety and level each year.…
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On Monday, at the opening stage of the 20th Annual Tour du Benin, 27-year-old Ezer Mensah was the highest-ranked Benin finisher, coming across the line in 13th place. Ezer is also on the upper end of the sport’s age range. He will…
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Gasore Hategeka was one of the first members of the post original five members of Team Rwanda Cycling. Gasore was the beginning of Team Rwanda 2.0. I remember the day he showed up to the Team House in Musanze, long…
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What a week last week! This entire issue is dedicated to the amazing women of African cycling. These women are quickly exhibiting their prowess on the bicycle and their fierceness as competitors. This year’s Tour du Burundi hosted women from…
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In 2017, Team Africa Rising launched its 18-month phase-out plan from Rwanda. It was an intentional decision to continue giving the Rwandan Cycling Federation financial support on a diminishing scale over time. TAR continued to offer access to sponsors, coaches,…
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Biniam Girmay, a world class cyclist from Eritrea, became the first Black African to win a stage at the Tour de France. Today was the day. History was written. After 15 years of dogged determination, a commitment to African cycling…
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Most of you who follow African cycling and the challenges and obstacles we face on the continent will not be surprised by the following story. What you may not fully understand and appreciate is the deep love for the sport.…
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