Sound green cycling helmet has become its signature, recognised today by the entire Ivory Coastand beyond. From his TV show and official receptions, as well as trade shows such as the VivaTech in ParisThe costume changes, but never the headgear. And yet.., Andy Costa wears many hats. "Ecologist, eco-reporter, eco-entrepreneur, ambassador for cycling in Africa", he is also, and above all, the mastermind behind the Foundation for Cycling in Africa. MyDream For Africa.
Abidjan has become a hub and is establishing itself as the African capital of ecology, with numerous events devoted to sustainable development.
A privileged witness to metamorphosis in abidjanHe is confident about the future of Côte d'Ivoire's economic capital. "I'm very optimistic about the near future, thanks in particular to security and economic factors. Abidjan has become a hub and has established itself as Africa's ecological capital, with numerous events devoted to sustainable development."says Andy Costa. The head of My Dream for Africa is convinced that the business district will change, and the employees who work there will adapt their habits. He cites the American civil servant who cycles to the embassy every day, and the employees of the African Development Bank who have also turned the corner. On their bikes...
Beyond individual cases, the race against CO2 emissions is of course being played out at political level. And the first milestones have already been achieved. The projects that are coming on stream now include cycle paths, like the Grand Bassam promenade, and soon the Cocody bay. As for theFelix Houphouët-Boigny University, 500 self-service bicycles will be on offer from 2020. "It's a strategic choice," he explains, "because students are the future climate leaders.."
