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David Masondo's mission: Running the 2025 Comrades Marathon to support Early Childhood Development
As the 2025 Comrades Marathon approaches, Deputy Finance Minister David Masondo gears up to raise R25 000 for Early Childhood Development, aiming to make a significant impact on South Africa's future.
Comrades Marathon 2025: Toyota South Africa Motors announces renewed sponsorship
Toyota South Africa Motors has proudly renewed its sponsorship of the Comrades Marathon, a partnership that has flourished since 2004.
Nobuhle Tshuma challenges Gerda Steyn at the Two Oceans Marathon
It was a breath of fresh air really, Tshuma’s boldness breaking the somewhat monotonous nature of road races where Steyn is involved – the rest of the athletes often being afraid to rate themselves as capable of challenging the "Smiling Assassin".
Comrades Marathon introduces two start times for a smoother race experience
The Comrades Marathon introduces a groundbreaking two-start time system for 2025, enhancing safety and participant experience.
Chatsworth athlete transforms Shivaratri into 16. 9km barefoot temple run
"God has given me a healthy body free of ailments and this was one way I could give my abilities as an offering to Him. "
Gerda ‘Smiling Assassin’ Steyn sounds ominous warning for Two Oceans competition
Though the humble giant of road-running in South Africa did not predict a win for herself, she said she aimed to be the best version of herself - which is an intimidating thought for any other elite women’s runner in the race.
Looking forward to a happier and healthier 2025
End of year reflections from Bruce Fordyce.
Mhlakwana aiming for Comrades glory by going short
Nkosikhona Mhlakwana reflects on his running journey, focusing on speed training to achieve his dream of winning the Comrades Marathon.
Heroic nurse acts quickly to save runner from certain death
When she was summoned to help, Aneshree Govender found herself in the midst of a life-or-death situation as a runner was having a heart attack.
Legend Mtolo takes on Comrades Marathon role
Wllie Mtolo, a two-time runner-up of the Comrades Marathon, is determined to restore the race’s reputation as he joins the CMA Board. With a wealth of experience and a passion for the sport, Mtolo aims to address the challenges faced by the marathon and enhance runners’ confidence.
Excitement builds as 1 000 extra entries for Comrades Marathon 2025 are taken
The Comrades Marathon Association announced the release of 1 000 additional entries for the 2025 race, highlighting the event’s global appeal and encouraging runners to secure their spots.
2025 Comrades Marathon: major prize money boost announced
The total prize purse for the 98th Comrades Marathon held on June 8, 2024, has increased to over R7. 6 million.
Comrades Marathon 2025: Prize purse surges to over R7. 6 million
The Comrades Marathon Association announces a record-breaking prize purse of over R7. 6 million for the 2025 Down Run, highlighting their commitment to rewarding athletes.
Mosiako shines in Joburg 10K despite coach controversy
Thabang Mosiako makes a triumphant return to racing, finishing second at the Hollywoodbets Joburg 10K, as he prepares for his marathon debut in Abu Dhabi.
2025 Comrades Marathon launches with theme ‘More than a race, Isiko Mpilo’
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) officially launched the 98th Comrades Marathon on Wednesday, generating excitement among organisers, sponsors, and athletes for the upcoming race scheduled for June 8, 2025.
Comrades locals only policy not ‘lekker’
“KZNA has no authority to dictate to the CMA on its procedures, governance and membership. ”
Warrior in the Comrades ‘bus driver’ seat
JUST as the legendary Pied Piper of Hamelin hit the right notes and moved crowds, a Comrades Marathon “bus driver” has repeatedly used her own brand of charisma to cajole athletes over the finish line before the dreaded 12-hour cut-off gun is fired.
Comrades champ Steyn opts for 5km run in Durban
From setting records at the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathons to representing South Africa at the Paris Olympics, Gerda Steyn will embrace a new challenge as she lines up for the 5kms Boxer Super Run in Durban on Sunday.
Impressive line-up for SA’s richest 10km race
CIAN Oldknow has come a long way since she stormed to an unexpected victory in last year’s Hollywoodbets Durban 10km race. Back then an up and coming athlete, she stunned everyone with her win in the race organised by her club, Hollywood Athletics Club.
Comrades champion Piet Wiersma steps down to the sprints at Durban 10k
Piet Wiersma who broke South African hearts in June by becoming the first foreigner to win the Comrades title since Stephen Muzhingi in 2011 would not say what his 10km PB is.
360 SAPS officers run half-marathon to qualify for 2025 Comrades Marathon
The half-marathon aimed to prioritise the mental and physical well-being of the police force.
Gerda Steyn leads tributes for Uganda’s Rebecca Cheptegei
Gerda Steyn said ‘no one deserved to have their life taken away in such a cruel way’ after fellow marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei died after being set alight by her boyfriend.
Mbanjwa has his sights set on Comrades
The young man made his Comrades Marathon debut this year and ran an impressive 6:03:50 to finish and that may “set the pace” for over the standard marathon.
Comrades Marathon Association veterans appointed to bring stability to organisation
Internal tensions within the CMA led to the resignation of four board members, while in June, former board member Zinhle Sokhela accused former acting race director Ann Ashworth of hiring only white candidates and subsequently resigned.
Crisis-ridden Comrades Marathon Association ‘taking a stand against cyber bullying’
The crisis-ridden Comrades Marathon Association have released a statement saying they’re taking a stand against cyber bullying.