In the rural Zimbabwe district of Wedza, a new electric-powered motorcycle is helping bring income to poor women and easing the burden of looking after families. The three-wheeler, known as Hamba (Go), powered by a solar-charged lithium ion battery, is being piloted by start-up Mobility for Africa.
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International Economics: IB Economics
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A collection of articles relating to the 'international' elements of Economics and relating to IB, Pre-U and A-Level Economics.
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A nice little clip from Reuters, showing how a motorbike leasing scheme has improved the standard of living for some women in rural Zimbabwe.
The solar-powered three-wheeled bikes have allowed women to have greater mobility, boosting incomes, and also improved healthcare, in allowing a greater number of women than previously to give birth in hospital. Both enhance development.