Green Climate Network recently had the opportunity to interview Nouran Farouk, the visionary co-founder of Dosy Bikes a pioneering female-only mobility platform in Egypt and the MENA region. In this inspiring conversation, Nouran shared how Dosy Bikes is breaking barriers, empowering women through sustainable transport, and driving climate action by promoting clean, electric mobility. Nouran’s story highlights the power of innovation, inclusion, and environmental consciousness in shaping a greener, more equitable future:

1. Could you tell us more about how Dosy Bikes operates and what sets it apart

from other mobility initiatives in the region?

Dosy Bikes is the first female-only tech-based scooter and bicycle training platform in Egypt and

the MENA region. We connect women with certified female instructors through an easy-to-use

app where they can book, schedule, and pay for training sessions at their preferred location and

time.

What truly sets us apart is our women-centered ecosystem , we don’t just teach women to ride;

we also create income opportunities for them as instructors and delivery riders. Dosy is now

expanding into a female-only scooter ride-hailing and delivery service, offering safe, affordable,

and eco-friendly transportation options. Unlike traditional mobility platforms, we combine

economic empowerment, sustainability, and safety redefining how women move and work.

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2. What inspired you to start Dosy Bikes, and how did the idea of combining

micromobility, women’s empowerment, and climate action come to life?

The idea was born out of a personal challenge. My sister and I wanted to learn how to ride

scooters, but we couldn’t find female instructors or a safe space to practice. That’s when we

realized there was a huge gap thousands of women wanted the same freedom but lacked

access, training, or social acceptance.

We decided to turn that barrier into an opportunity creating Dosy to empower women through

mobility. Over time, we integrated a climate-conscious mission, promoting electric scooters and

bicycles as sustainable alternatives that help reduce emissions and traffic. So Dosy became more

than a business it became a movement for freedom, inclusion, and sustainability.

3. What specific challenges were you hoping to solve when you launched the

platform?

We aimed to address three major challenges:

1. Gender barriers ; in Egypt, very few women ride scooters or bicycles due to

stereotypes, safety concerns, and lack of access to female trainers.

2. Unemployment among women ; particularly in male-dominated fields like logistics and

delivery.

3. Environmental challenges ; rising pollution and traffic congestion caused by

dependence on traditional vehicles.

Dosy tackles all three by creating a safe, empowering, and sustainable mobility ecosystem for

women, while promoting clean transport and green jobs.

4. How did your personal experiences shape your vision for sustainable urban

mobility in Egypt?

My personal experience as a physician and social entrepreneur made me realize that mobility is a

form of public health ,it affects access to education, work, and wellbeing. Experiencing

firsthand the lack of safe transport options for women inspired me to design a system where

mobility equals empowerment.

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As an Egyptian woman, I also wanted to challenge the narrative that riding scooters or bicycles

is “not for women.” My vision is to make sustainable urban mobility inclusive, accessible, and

empowering where women lead the change toward greener, more resilient cities.

5. How does Dosy Bikes contribute to Egypt’s and the MENA region’s broader

climate goals?

Dosy directly supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 and National Climate Change Strategy 2050, which

emphasize sustainable mobility and emission reduction. By promoting electric scooters and

bicycles, we help reduce reliance on fuel-based transport and lower urban emissions.

We also raise awareness about green mobility, educate women on sustainable practices, and

encourage eco-friendly transportation choices. Our goal is to prove that social empowerment and

environmental sustainability can reinforce each other driving both climate action and

inclusive growth in MENA.

6. In your view, why is sustainable mobility key to building climate-resilient cities?

Sustainable mobility is at the heart of climate-resilient urban systems. Cities cannot be resilient if

transportation remains polluting, unsafe, or unequal.

By shifting toward low-emission, inclusive mobility models, we reduce pollution, improve air quality, and increase community health and productivity.

When women and youth participate in that transformation, we unlock social resilience as well

because empowered citizens are essential for building adaptable, climate-conscious societies.

7. What measurable environmental or social impact have you achieved so far, particularly in reducing emissions or creating green jobs?

Our impact is both social and environmental:

• We’ve trained over 8,000 women to ride scooters and bicycles, giving them the

confidence and skills to move freely and safely.

• We’ve created more than 3,000 jobs for women as instructors, mechanics, or delivery

riders in a market that was previously 100% male-dominated.

• Through our electric scooter partnerships, we’ve helped reduce an estimated 500 tons of

CO₂ emissions, contributing to cleaner air and greener cities.

This shows that empowering women isn’t just social progress it’s also climate action in

motion.

8. What are your future goals for scaling Dosy Bikes within Egypt and beyond?

Our vision is to expand Dosy across Africa and the Levant, starting with Jordan, Togo, and India

countries facing similar challenges in women’s mobility and climate adaptation.

In Egypt, we’re now scaling our female-only ride-hailing service and preparing to launch Dosy

Courier, an all-women green delivery network. Our long-term goal is to create 1 million green

jobs for women in the micromobility and delivery sectors, making Dosy a regional model for

sustainable, inclusive transport.

9. How do you see the role of women evolving in the green economy, especially in the transport and innovation sectors?

Women are no longer just beneficiaries of the green economy , they are drivers of

transformation. In sectors like mobility, energy, and tech, women bring innovation, empathy, and

resilience.

Through Dosy, we’re proving that women can lead the transition to sustainable transport, not

only as users but as creators, instructors, engineers, and entrepreneurs. When women are

included, the green economy becomes more inclusive, balanced, and impactful.

10. Finally, what message would you like to share with young women aspiring to

lead in climate action and entrepreneurship?

My message is simple: start where you are. Don’t wait for perfect conditions or approval

change begins with a small, brave step. Believe that your voice and ideas matter. The climate crisis needs diverse, courageous leaders, and women are essential to that mission.

If I could build Dosy from a simple idea into a movement empowering thousands, then every

young woman has the power to turn her vision into impact. The future of climate action is

female, innovative, and unstoppable.