Italian Fascists used cycling to demonstrate their racial superiority; Eritrean cyclists were soon embarrassing them. Today, a new generation of world-beaters is escaping another tyrant – and, paradoxically, uniting the nation.  Cycling in Eritrea, much like the architectural designs of Asmara that earned it UNESCO recognition as an African Modernist City, is a colonial legacy transformed by Eritrean passion and resilience. Though introduced by the Italians in the late 19th century, the sport has become a vital part of Eritrean culture and identity. Today, Eritrean cyclists compete on the global stage, embodying the resilience and determination of a nation that … Continue reading Eritrean Cycling: How a colonial legacy became a national passion