These complex issues were successively being addressed by the TUMI project. The TUMI pilot began with an approach that would have seen a tender and the direct installation of over cycles within a Bike Sharing System. The aspects such as design, infrastructure, police training, school level training and general sensitization of biking in Addis Abeba was to be addressed.
They were foremost focused on the bus and mini-bus network for which AATB has the mandate within the city limits. Together with all international partners, convincing of the importance of Active Mobility took persistence and concerted efforts to demonstrate the benefits of such a change in mindset.
The new reality of Covid places even greater importance on the consideration of safe and affordable mobility, with cycling as one of the best options in the world today. The project has shown that the collaboration of different international partners, if well-coordinated, amplifies the expected results and outcomes. The scaling of a similar TUMI Challenge Project should therefore focus on the deliberate stakeholder engagement of local and international actors in the respective city.
Mechanical Engineer who immediately went into project management within the field of construction; having worked two years in USA and a further five years for GIZ in Africa focused on project implementation. After developing a strong focus on monitoring and controlling, he successfully began managing projects in the field of technical education and capacity building in Asia. The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy ITDP works around the world to design and implement high quality transport systems and policy solutions that make cities more livable, equitable, and sustainable.
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