Special mat helps people in wheelchairs to access beach in Cape Town
Updated | By Scenic Drive With Rian
A special mat has been unveiled in Cape Town to help people in wheelchairs and with disabilities to access the beach.
On Monday, the special Mobi-Mat was unveiled in Cape Town and it is warming the hearts of South Africans.
According to IOL, the bright blue Mobi-Mat was manufactured in France using 100% recycled polyester material.
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Its lightweight roll-out technology creates a pathway for outdoor access for wheelchairs, walking aids, and prams.
The mats cost R390,000 and are about 50 metres long.
The special mat gives everyone with a disability and those in wheelchairs the ability to enjoy the beach and to spend some quality time with family and friends.
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