Africa has secured a historic place on marathon running’s biggest stage, with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon officially confirmed as the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be hosted on the continent. Following the successful staging of the 2026 race on 24 May, the event passed the second and final phase of the Abbott World…
Keeping everyone on track. Netstar, a subsidiary of Altron and a company which positions itself as South Africa’s leading vehicle tracking and telematics provider, has announced a partnership with the Comrades Marathon. Under the campaign banner, Keeping Everyone on Track, Netstar will deploy its real-time traffic monitoring technology across the full route, giving organisers and marshals…
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 11, 2026 – Double world record holder Eliud Kipchoge has called for collaboration between Africa and France to develop the innumerable sports talents on the continent. Kipchoge believes France can provide Africa with knowledge and experience on sports science, infrastructural development, athlete development and event hosting. “France provides experience in sports science,…
Two women runners initially finished outside the top 10 in the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town before bib swap spotted. Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026 Two men have been disqualified from one of South Africa’s flagship marathon races after they finished in the top 10 of the women’s race. Their attempt at…
