After walking more than 2,000km, Ntshangase is continuing his self-funded journey through KwaZulu-Natal, relying on the kindness of communities along the way.
South Africa (13 October 2026) – Mqondisi ‘King Nipho’ Ntshangase is proving that determination can carry you a long way. The 37-year-old set out from Pretoria on 25 May 2026 with an ambitious goal: to walk 5,000km across all nine provinces of South Africa using a prosthetic leg.
His #OneLegWalk is about much more than covering the distance.
“I want to prove that disability is not inability. There is no limit to what you can achieve,” he says.
Originally from Krugersdorp, Ntshangase was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2012 and had his leg amputated two years later, when he was 25. Adjusting to life after the amputation came with challenges, but he is now using his journey to encourage others and raise awareness about the experiences of people living with disabilities.
His walk has taken him from Pretoria to Cape Town and back up the country. On 21 August, he reached the halfway point in Gqeberha after walking more than 2,000km, where members of the Association for the Physically Disabled in Nelson Mandela Bay welcomed him.
Now making his way through KwaZulu-Natal, Ntshangase passed through Scottburgh on 8 October and is heading towards Durban. From there, he plans to continue to Mbombela and Polokwane before returning to Pretoria.
Along the way, the journey has tested him in practical ways. Entirely self-funded, he has had to find places to rest, wash and do laundry while keeping himself moving towards his goal.
Fortunately, the kindness of strangers has made a difference. Residents and local leaders have offered food, water, money and accommodation, with some even opening their homes to help him with laundry or arranging stays at guest houses and hotels
“The response has been overwhelming. The communities are loving it, and people are so interested in someone making history,” he says. “It’s been an interesting journey, with challenges along the way, but people have been very supportive. They see what I’m trying to do and want to help. That kindness makes a big difference.”
Assen Police Officers Help Deliver Healthy Baby Girl at Station
Six-Month-Old Leo Is Still Waiting for His Forever HomeBeyond inspiring people living with disabilities, Ntshangase hopes to use the walk to support wider community causes. These include restoring vandalised sports facilities, so children have safe places to play, creating opportunities for people with disabilities, and helping to rehabilitate or build shelters for people experiencing homelessness.
He also wants the journey to encourage unity, peace and social cohesion, celebrating the spirit of ubuntu.
With Durban next on his route, Ntshangase is inviting communities to show their support as he continues his remarkable journey
Follow the journey here.
by 
