Why would a 57-year-old with a genetic heart condition attempt the fastest journey on foot from Cape Town to Cairo?

In Running Africa, Keith Boyd tells the story of his record-breaking run, complete with injuries, hard falls, gastro infections, a deadly cobra, being taken hostage, beaten and robbed, caught in a rebel firefight, having members of his team imprisoned, and even facing death in the desert.

From a soft start in South Africa, to increasing danger and hardship as he headed further north, Keith reminds himself of why he undertook the journey.

After a business career spanning 40 years, Keith repurposed himself as a socio-economic activist, determined to make a dent in the greatest issue of our time: poverty.

He founded RainbowLeaders.org.za to motivate young Africans to vote, elect great leaders and hold them accountable – and soon realised that the organisation needed a platform to spread awareness of its message. His audacious attempt to break the 26-year-old Guinness World Record became that platform.

This is a must-read for anyone who dares to dream big. It will inspire you to set out on your own brave journey.