BREAKING NEWS

OPENING OF 2024 COMRADES ENTRIES IN ONE WEEK

OPENING OF 2024 COMRADES ENTRIES IN ONE WEEK

The Comrades Marathon Association is pleased to announce that entries for the 2024 Comrades Marathon will open in a week’s time. The entry period officially opens at 10am on Tuesday, 21 November 2023 and will close at 16h30 on 11 December 2023 or...

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LAUNCH OF 2024 COMRADES MARATHON

LAUNCH OF 2024 COMRADES MARATHON

No Doubt – Nakanjani

“There is absolutely no doubt that the 2024 Comrades Marathon is going to be one of the most exhilarating editions of the world-famous ultramarathon as we host an Up Run again after nearly five years,” said Comrades...

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MY COMRADES STORY BY URVESH GOVIND

MY COMRADES STORY BY URVESH GOVIND

My first Comrades, where my dream became a reality!

“I believe Comrades sets you on a journey of self-discovery and is a story of personal triumph and self-belief. It is one that truly tests your mind, body and soul.

Having grown up watching...

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NEWS FROM CHOC

NEWS FROM CHOC

PHOTO: This pic is of mum sharing her story at one of the CHOC projects.

The Journey of a child diagnosed with cancer.

CHOC is the largest NGO in the southern hemisphere that provides support for children and teens with cancer, and their families....

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NEW RACE & OPERATIONS MANAGER AT COMRADES MARATHON

NEW RACE & OPERATIONS MANAGER AT COMRADES MARATHON

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has a new Race & Operations Manager, Ann Ashworth. Ann is not new to road-running or the Comrades Marathon, having won The Ultimate Human Race in 2018.

Ann says she is ready to take up her new position,...

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2023 GEMS SPIRIT OF COMRADES WINNERS ANNOUNCED

2023 GEMS SPIRIT OF COMRADES WINNERS ANNOUNCED

“A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.”

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) celebrated the goodwill and noble qualities associated with the spirit of the Comrades Marathon...

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MY COMRADES STORY BY BHEKUMUZI MAHLANGU

MY COMRADES STORY BY BHEKUMUZI MAHLANGU

“In 2016, I embarked on my first Comrades Marathon journey with a mix of excitement and naiveté. Little did I know that this gruelling race would teach me lessons far beyond running. Ignorant of pacing and the importance of hitting minimum...

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TOP ATHLETE INDUCTED INTO GSPORT HALL OF FAME

TOP ATHLETE INDUCTED INTO GSPORT HALL OF FAME

It may be only 48 years since women were allowed to officially run the Comrades Marathon but female trailblazers continue to make their mark on the athletics world and put The Ultimate Human Race on the map.

In this regard, the Comrades Marathon...

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NEW OFFICIAL COMRADES CHARITIES ANNOUNCED

NEW OFFICIAL COMRADES CHARITIES ANNOUNCED

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is delighted to announce the six official charities that will be part of its official Amabeadibeadi Charity Drive for the upcoming three-year cycle.

The Comrades Amabeadibeadi Charity Drive has raised more...

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CSA AND THIRSTI ANNOUNCE A HYDRATION PARTNERSHIP

CSA AND THIRSTI ANNOUNCE A HYDRATION PARTNERSHIP

Cricket South Africa (CSA) and THIRSTI, the natural spring water brand, are pleased to announce a three-year partnership which will extend to key properties.

THIRSTI started its natural spring water production at the end of 2015, and in a...

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