Re-Cycle

Who we are

Millions of unwanted bicycles are rusting in garages or being thrown away in the UK, while in Africa, a four-hour daily walk is common. Mothers collect clean water, parents trek to the farm, factory or market, and children face a 20 mile walk to school and back. The charity collects unwanted bikes, parts and tools in the UK and ships them to Africa. Since 1997 we have sent over 170,000 bikes to Africa to help transform lives. When the bikes arrive in Africa, our trusted partners refurbish and maintain the bikes, to ensure a long life. Many teach locals to repair their own bikes, helping them to improve their lives in a sustainable way. Our African partners also run programmes to support children get to school safely and on time to faciltiate their learning.

Our culture and values

Vision: Africa unlimited by transport

Mission: Improving lives through bicycle re-use