For some time now I have been aware that a family with two kids (not to mention a family with three like in this photo I found who had to leave mom behind) only JUST fits onto a motorbike, the preferred method of transportation here. There is not much they can do about safety. But still, it gives me cold shivers everytime I see a little baby on the back of a bike, not to mention his/her 4 year old sibling sitting in front clutching onto the handlebars. Problem is what can a young family do if they cannot afford a car and must get from A to B...?
I met a granny last week who provided the answer. She is obviously in charge of her young grandson, aged about 4 months, and she must have some South African blood in her because it was a clear case of a "boer maak 'n plan". She installed a side car, with a roof, and modified it by placing an old pushchair in the side cart, and then tying the pram in, very securely, with a lot of rope. Hey presto, instant car seat.
Both baby and granny were very cheerful. I just wish I had had my camera with me!
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