Mivuyo Qabo rides from Gqeberha to the Union Buildings to raise national awareness about protecting women and children from violence and abuse.
Gqeberha, South Africa (12 March 2026) – A long road ahead for a cyclist carrying a powerful message about protecting the country’s most vulnerable.
Mivuyo Qabo, founder of the Mivuyo Qabo Foundation, has set off on an ambitious 1,200km solo cycling journey from Gqeberha to the Union Buildings, using every kilometre to shine a light on the urgent fight against gender-based violence, domestic violence and child abuse.
His initiative, titled “Cycle for Change: Protect the Child,” will see him spend the next eight to ten days crossing the country on two wheels. The journey is timed to conclude on Human Rights Day, when he hopes to hand over a memorandum to the Presidential Office calling for stronger action to safeguard women and children.
The effort has already drawn strong support from local leaders and community members. In a message shared by Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, they highlighted the importance of the initiative.
“The campaign highlights the collective responsibility of communities, organisations and government to stand against violence and advocate for the safety, dignity and protection of women and children.”
In the comments section, supporters described the ride as brave and inspiring, with some saying his determination has motivated them to find their own ways to support causes that matter.
With Mivuyo moving forward with his bike, his hope is that the conversation around protecting women and children continues to move forward, too.
Sources: Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
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