Russell Cook, known by his online nickname “Hardest Geezer”, has been on a mission to become the first person to ever run the length of Africa.
The 26-year-old is from Worthing, West Sussex and has been journalling his expedition across the continent on social media. He has also been using the opportunity to raise money for Water Aid UK and The Running Charity. Thus far, he has raised more than £40,000.
