Philippines workers resort to bicycles amid lockdown

In the capital, Manila, thousands of essential workers resort to bicycles after public transport was shut down amid the coronavirus lockdown.

During the coronavirus lockdown in the Philippines capital, Manila, thousands of essential workers have resorted to bicycles – after public transport was shut.

And now, as restrictions are beginning to ease, it is hoped the new two-wheel habit will stick around.

Al Jazeera’s Jamela Alindogan reports.