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Defender of our Oceans, Global Shark Guardian, Paralympic Medalist, Motivational speaker, Shark attack Survivor, here to make this planet a better place for all

South Africa
Joined July 2009
WATCH LIVE! In the first of our series of live chats with our Team SA Paralympic superstars, catch breaststroke swimmer @KevinPaulSwim talking to @achmathassiem live on @Team_Mzansi Instagram today at 7pm. Don't miss this! @SwimSouthAfrica @SASAPD #FlashbackToInspire2020
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
The word 'inspiring' is used too lightly these days but I really needed to read @achmathassiem's story this morning. Thank you 🥰🦈 #SharkWeek2020
Happy Sharkaversary to my friend and hero @achmathassiem. He lost his leg to a great white shark he named “Scarlet” this day fourteen years ago. Read his incredible story of courage, purpose and conservation here: lewispughfoundation.org/shar…
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To turn violence into love. The extraordinary journey of Achmat Hasseim @achmathassiem
Happy Sharkaversary to my friend and hero @achmathassiem. He lost his leg to a great white shark he named “Scarlet” this day fourteen years ago. Read his incredible story of courage, purpose and conservation here: lewispughfoundation.org/shar…
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@achmathassiem is not only an imceeible profesional swimmer and amazing person but he is an incredible ambassador of the shark conservation around the world, big hug Achamt, hope to see you again anytime soon
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Today is the anniversary of @achmathassiem’s epic encounter with a Great White Shark named Scarlet. She took his leg, but gave him much more. Read our full interview with Achmat here 👉 lewispughfoundation.org/shar…
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I was on the beach the day it happened & strangely enough there again when Achmat visited the beach for the first time after the event. Thank you @achmathassiem for all you have done on behalf of sharks and for being their ambassador. #SharkWeek
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
Happy Sharkaversary to my friend and hero @achmathassiem. He lost his leg to a great white shark he named “Scarlet” this day fourteen years ago. Read his incredible story of courage, purpose and conservation here: lewispughfoundation.org/shar…
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Replying to @achmathassiem
@achmathassiem you are an inspiration! My son and I have just read all about how you saved your brother, got attacked by a shark, lost your leg and went on to win at the Paralympics. #hero #inspiration
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Key note address by the inspirational @achmathassiem ‘shark boy’ - shark attack survivor and guardian of this beautiful species. Photo by the brilliant @kelvintrautman #SharkAttack
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
“I protect the shark that bit me. I do not have a fear for this creature. I would thank her for what she did for my dreams” - powerful words by guest speaker @achmathassiem #SharkAttack 📸: @kelvintrautman @WILDOCEANSSA @karen_sack @oceanunite
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
Last night saw the launch of the @SharkAttackSA campaign. What a privilege it was to have shark bite survivor @achmathassiem give an inspiring keynote address. 📷: @kelvintrautman #SharkAttack
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
"I am grateful that the attack happened. It helped me to appreciate the ocean and everything in it even more." - @achmathassiem 📷: @kelvintrautman #SharkAttack
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Great evening listening to @achmathassiem last night. Incredible story recounting his shark attack ordeal. We as Orca are proud to be supporting he and shoneecn on their freedom_swim and their fund rasing effort for… instagram.com/p/B9lojtNhyPS/… – at Cape Town, South Africa
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
We’re privileged to work with an inspirational roster of accomplished athletes committed to changing the world’s perception of what’s possible. Get to know our our Team Össur members – cyclists, runners, sprinters, triathletes and more who live their #lifewithoutlimitations.
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
Achmat, that was a great presentation this morning, what a story, what a life! congratulations and well done. Best morning of the whole Conference
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What a great honor to be speaking at the #wcdp2019 world conference on Drowning Prevention 2019 in Durban, South Africa @LifesavingSA @wcdp2019 #proudambassador – at Durban, South Africa
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“Shark Boy” @achmathassiem @wcdp2019 #wcdp2019 Now works to protect sharks and other marine wildlife! What an amazing person. – at Durban, South Africa
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Replying to @achmathassiem
@achmathassiem A brilliant show-The shark and butterfly. Wonderful to see Brian. My mom is now a huge admirer. Hope you well
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✈ This time tomorrow I will be on my way to Macau, China to speak at this years #axaasiamdrtconvention amongst some of the best speakers from all over the world. I am truly honored and blessed to have been included amongst these amazing people!❤ Thank you @AXA #knowyoucan – at Mitchell's Plain, South Africa
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Achmat Hassiem retweeted
Inspiring story from #activist @achmathassiem, who lost his right leg to one of the most feared predators & now travels the world as a Global Sharks & Marine Guardian for @UN, convincing people that sharks are to be protected, not destroyed. bit.ly/2XKYPqQ @Real_Leaders
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