Author Andy Coetzee captivated the audience at the Soul Centre in Umhlali last week with a powerful message about overcoming fear.

The well-attended event also raised funds for In-Water Turtle Research SA. Coetzee, a published author, National Geographic TV presenter and naturalist, shared his experiences of spending countless hours freediving in the ocean, where he filmed whales, sharks, orcas and turtles in their natural habitats.

“Fear kills dreams. If we don’t face our fears, we will not get the chance to grow,” Coetzee said.

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