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      First Nelson Mandela Marathon

      Arthur Jantjies and Bize Beyira Negasa Make History at First Nelson Mandela Marathon

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_October 19, 2026October 19, 2026 688 0

      Cape Town brought the views,  but nothing could stop Arthur Jantjies and Ethiopia’s Bize Beyira Negasa from claiming the inaugural marathon titles with personal-best performances.   Cape Town, South Africa…

      Cotlands 90 Years Rookie Mistake

      Cotlands Celebrates 90 Years With Run to Play Race

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 29, 2026October 27, 2026 491 0

      Runners, families and corporate teams can choose from three distances while helping vulnerable children access early learning.   UPDATE: The new date of the Cotlands’ Race has been announced for…

      The Hollard Daredevil Run Is Getting Men Talking About Their Health

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 29, 2026October 5, 2026 2,470 0

      The Hollard Daredevil Run returns with its “Lekker balls. Lekker life” message and a reminder that early detection can save lives.   Johannesburg, South Africa (29 September 2026) – There…

      Jozi Trails

      The Hope Dealers: Jozi Trails Looks After the City’s Longest Green Artery

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 23, 2026September 23, 2026 1,712 0

      Joburg has a 37km network of trails winding through it – the city’s ‘green lung’ where people run, walk and ride. Jozi Trails helps keep them safe, maintained and connected,…

      Weekend Sport South Africa

      A Big Weekend of Sport: De Allende’s Milestone, Xaba’s Title Defence and Varsity Netball

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_August 21, 2026August 21, 2026 624 0

      Damian de Allende reaches 100 Tests, Glenrose Xaba chases another Tshwane victory, and Varsity Netball gets underway in a packed weekend of action.   Global (21 August 2026) – It’s…

      Ready, Set, Watch! Sports Moments Coming Your Way This Weekend

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_August 14, 2026 642 0

      There’s plenty happening across rugby, football and athletics as South Africa gets set for another action-packed weekend Global (14 August 2026)- From a historic Springbok Women’s tour and a huge…

      SPAR Women's Challenge

      Running for More: SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane Supports Women and Girls

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_August 3, 2026August 3, 2026 1,463 0

      The 2025 SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane brought 17,000 participants together while helping 4,000 girls stay in school and supporting organisations making a difference across the region.   Pretoria, South Africa…

      Joburg

      Thousands Brave the Cold to Rediscover the Heart of Joburg

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_July 28, 2026July 28, 2026 679 0

      More than 25,000 walkers turned the city’s inner streets into a celebration of community, with organisers hoping the journey doesn’t end at the finish line.   Johannesburg, South Africa (28…

      Tiisetso Malungane

      Teen Sensation Tiisetso Malungane Sets Fastest African Mile Ever by a 16-Year-Old

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 1,193 0

      The 16-year-old produced the fastest mile ever run by an athlete his age in Africa as more than 900 runners took part in the Curro Street Mile.   Pretoria, South…

      2026 SPAR Women’s Challenge

      More Entries, More Excitement for 2026 SPAR Women’s Challenge

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 1,683 0

      The 33rd edition of the popular race will combine fitness, fun and empowerment while shining a spotlight on women making a difference in their communities.   Gqeberha, South Africa (18…

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