A chic young man speeds along Ras Mekonnen Avenue near Addis Abeba Stadium on his skateboard, his eyes fixed on the road ahead as he makes swift movements with every push. As skateboarding and cycling become increasingly visible on Addis Abeba's streets, bystanders, including street cleaners, carry on with their routines, seemingly unbothered by the display of youthful adrenaline. But with heavy traffic close by, a millisecond's lapse in concentration could have serious consequences. In a city where road safety remains a concern and dedicated bike lanes offer a safer alternative for cyclists and skateboarders, the thrill of speed on a busy road may come at a price.

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