Flying my South African flag at the top of Everest
Saray Khumalo was the first black African woman to summit Everest. She defied those who didn't believe she could achieve her dream of climbing the world’s highest peaks.
In May 2019 Saray Khumalo became the first black African woman to summit Everest. She defied those who didn't believe she could achieve her dream of climbing the world’s highest peaks. The trek to the top wasn't easy though, Saray tells Andile Masuku about three previous attempts and her near-death experiences.
This episode was first broadcast on 15th February 2020.
Presenter: Andile Masuku
Producer: Deiniol Buxton
Picture: Saray Khumalo summiting Mount Everest
Credit: Saray Khumalo
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