Cross-continental Expedition: From Cairo to Cape Town
In January 2023, Florence Ryan, a versatile and adventurous spirit, set off on a remarkable journey - a 13,000km cycle from Cairo to Cape Town. This ambitious expedition is not just a physical challenge, but a journey of self-discovery and cultural interaction.
Born to an Indian mother and a British-French father, Florence has lived in various countries, including Germany, India, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, and most recently, the UK, where she attended Durham University. However, before enrolling at Durham, Florence had never resided in the UK.
Florence's time at Durham University was not only academically enriching but also inspiring to others. Her videos, which she had been creating since she was 12 years old and shared on her YouTube channel, encouraged many to apply and attend the university.
Prior to her current adventure, Florence's first major cycling experience was a 616km trip in France. Despite not being a professional cyclist, she has shown an impressive resilience on her bike.
Florence's current journey was inspired by her friend Danja, who proposed the idea during their creative community network. The pandemic disrupted Florence's initial career plans, as she had intended to pursue a career in law after graduating from Durham in 2019. However, due to the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020, law firms stopped accepting applications for career development.
Seizing the opportunity presented by the pandemic, Florence went freelance as a video producer and built a thriving creative community. This change in direction led her to pivot her career trajectory and focus more on her passion for video making.
As Florence cycles through Africa, she is looking to connect with members of Durham University's alumni and supporter community based in Africa. If you are part of this community and would like to get in touch, you can reach out to her at [email protected].
Florence's Project Africa has already taken her through Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania, with a recent break in Uganda. She aims to reach Cape Town by April 2024, and her adventure continues to captivate and inspire those who follow her journey.
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