East Coast Breakfast chats to Richard Monisi's assistant runner

East Coast Breakfast chats to Richard Monisi's assistant runner

South Africa's fearless blind marathon runner Richard Monisi has passed away after an alleged hit and run accident. We chat to Andrew Hall, Monisi's assistant runner.

Richard Monisi and Andrew Hall
Image: Richard Monisi and Andrew Hall

The country is in shock after news of Richard Monisi's tragic passing was made public this weekend. The legend and veteran blind runner recently ran the Comrades Marathon - his 13th marathon.

We got hold of Richard's assistant runner, Andrew Hall, who updated us on the state of Richard's family and the fundraising initiative set in place to keep his legacy alive:

If you wish to make any donations towards the fundraiser, visit BackABuddy.co.za.

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