WATCH | #NoLegsNoLimitsAfrica: The latest on Bushy’s trip | The Witness

Local bilateral below-the-knee amputee and adventurer Matthew “Bushy” McKelvey is in the Eastern Cape, on his epic solo charity motorcycle ride around Africa, according to his latest Tiktok.

McKelvey said he is currently in Graaff-Reinet and had to brave adverse weather and heavy rain.

“We came through one heck of a storm and torrential rain. We stopped in the middle of the Karoo,” he said.

@bushymckelvey #lonerider#nmiford#nolegsnolimits #westbowlingclub #4you #heromotorcorp ♬ original sound – No Legs No Limits

McKelvey (63) also went up the Sani Pass, on his way to Lesotho, where he had a tumble near the edge. He aims to cover 60,000km and visit 33 countries in a year.

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He is undertaking this incredible journey to raise awareness and support for amputees, particularly children.

@bushymckelvey #solotravel #lonerider #fordnmi #lesotho #nolegsnolimits #heromotorcycles disability #africatravel #4you #westbowlingclub ♬ original sound – No Legs No Limits

McKelvey’s No Legs, No Limits Africa initiative, started under his non-profit Out on a Limb NPC South Africa, aims to secure prosthetic aid for those in need.

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McKelvey hopes to raise R927,000 ($50,000) to support his trip, which will cover travel expenses, essential equipment, and assistance for amputees he meets along the way.

To donate:
Standard Bank
Account number: 10199638045
For more information, contact McKelvey on 076 891 2058.
Follow his journey on social media: Facebook: Bushy McKelvey; YouTube: No Legs No Limits Africa; and Instagram: @BushyMcKelvey