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- Keith Boyd ran 6,706 miles across nine African countries in 301 days.
- The runner faced a kidnapping attempt by armed men while passing through the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
- He had to negotiate a ransom and later returned to finish the route despite further security threats.
- The journey served as a fundraiser for the non-profit organization Rainbow Leaders.
What to watch next
- Safety outcomes for future long-distance travelers in Ethiopia
- Impact of Rainbow Leaders fundraising on African youth civic engagement
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Named South Africa · Botswana · Zimbabwe · Zambia · Tanzania · Kenya · Ethiopia · Sudan · Egypt · United Kingdom · Guinness World Records · Keith Boyd · Men's Fitness · Rainbow Leaders
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