Lim’s 2,200km run raises over RM775,000 for children with cancer
Retired engineer Lim Shyang Guey completed a 2,200km run across peninsular Malaysia to raise over RM775,000 for childhood cancer awareness. The 86-day journey was inspired by his late wife, who passed away from cancer, and served as a tribute to their shared dream.
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The story highlights a significant charitable achievement and personal resilience, drawing attention to the importance of childhood cancer advocacy.
Share The retired engineer ended his journey across peninsular Malaysia at his alma mater in Penang, completing a dream inspired by his late wife. Lim Shyang Guey receiving a warm welcome from supporters as he crosses the finish line in Penang on Sunday. (Celes Gerard pic) KUALA LUMPUR : On March 28, retired engineer Lim Shyang Guey embarked on a remarkable mission – to run 2,200km across peninsular Malaysia for charity . On Sunday, he crossed the finish line at his alma mater, Penang Free School, to thunderous cheers and an emotional welcome, bringing his extraordinary journey to a close and raising more than RM775,000 in the process.
The article is a human-interest piece focused on charity and personal achievement with no political or ideological slant.
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