The streets of La Paz, Bolivia present severe risks for pedestrians. The country’s capital faces
rising demand for cars, and has
inadequate traffic signs and
universally accessible pedestrian infrastructure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the traffic fatality rate in La Paz is
12 deaths per 100,000 people,
with 36% of these deaths involving pedestrians. However, the city also
created one of the most innovative pedestrian-safety strategies, which
saves lives while adding to the city’s character: dancing traffic safety
zebras. As part of a
broader program
to hire at-risk youth for city improvement jobs, the city employs
hundreds of 15 to 22 year olds who dress in full costume and are
trained in street performance. These zebras jump and dance to direct cars to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks.
More @
the City Fix and
the Guardian
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