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Run the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K for a Chance to Win a Stylish Chery Vehicle
Image: Richard Pearce A stylish Chery Vehicle , valued at R269 900 , will be up for grabs at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA on Sunday, 1 March 2026 . As the proud vehicle partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since 2022, to date Chery South Africa has rewarded seventeen lucky participants with vehicles across the 2022 to 2025 editions. “We’re proud to kick off the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in Gqeberha with real excitement - starting with one lucky runner driving ho

Sifiso Ngobese
Feb 92 min read


Gqeberha ready to set the stage for the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series with an unforgettable route experience
Image: Anthony Grote Celebrating its fourth anniversary on Sunday, 1 March 2026 , the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K has firmly established itself as the perfect curtain-raiser to the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series , South Africa’s premier road-running series. Renowned for its fast, flat route that consistently delivers world-class racing, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K also raises the bar when it comes to vibrant on-route entertainment. With high-energy activations

Sifiso Ngobese
Feb 22 min read


AVIS extends partnership as Official Mobility Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
Image: Tobias Ginsberg The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series and AVIS are proud to announce the extension of their partnership, building on two exciting and action-packed years with AVIS as the official Mobility Partner of one of South Africa’s premier mass participation road running events. “Partnering with AVIS as the official Mobility Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in 2024 and 2025 has been an incredible experience,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 192 min read


HEINEKEN Beverages joins the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series as a Headline Sponsor from 2026
Image: David Sullivan One of South Africa’s most celebrated running series is set to become even bigger, bolder, and more refreshing. Stillwater Sports , organisers of the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series , are excited to announce a major new partnership with HEINEKEN Beverages . Starting in 2026, HEINEKEN Beverages will join the Series as an Official Headline Sponsor in an exciting three-year collaboration. “This is a truly special moment for the Series,” says Michael Meye

Sifiso Ngobese
Dec 11, 20252 min read


2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series GQEBERHA 10K and CAPE TOWN 10K entries open this week
Image: Mark Sampson Spanning five South African cities, the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series returns in 2026 ! Entries for the first two events —the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K and Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K - open on Thursday, 11 December 2025. Both 10km races bring together elite athletes, club and recreational runners to experience fast, scenic routes that celebrate each city’s unique character, while promoting community, fitness, and world-class road running

Sifiso Ngobese
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Drive away in style! Win a Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES in Tshwane and Joburg
Image: Felix Dlanga The streets of Tshwane and Johannesburg will come alive with excitement during the annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY...

Sifiso Ngobese
Jun 23, 20253 min read


Get set to #RunYourCity Joburg – Entries Open for the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K
Image: Tobias Ginsberg Entries for the 8th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K open on Tuesday, 17 June. Runners can look forward to...

Sifiso Ngobese
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES reveals a Heritage Double Entry fast-tracked by Gautrain - for the Tshwane and Joburg events!
Image: Charles Ndou The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES , in proud partnership with Gautrain , the official Transport Partner, is excited to...

Sifiso Ngobese
Jun 9, 20254 min read


Lace up Tshwane - Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K entries are officially open!
Image: Tobias Ginsberg Tshwane runners, it’s time to lace up and get ready! Entries for the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K ,...

Sifiso Ngobese
Jun 2, 20252 min read


All eyes on Durban as Elite Runners prepare to chase Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES Prize Purse and SA Bonuses
Image: Action Photo The third event in the iconic five-part series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K , will take place on Sunday, 13...

Sifiso Ngobese
May 30, 20253 min read


World-Class road running takes centre stage at Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K this July
Image: Anthony Grote After drawing a sold-out field of 4,000 runners in Gqeberha and 15,000 in Cape Town, South Africa’s premier road...

Sifiso Ngobese
May 26, 20253 min read


Celebrate 10 years of World-Class on-route excitement at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Image: Anthony Grote The RUN YOUR CITY SERIES will mark a momentous milestone – 10 years of sensational road running – at the Absa RUN...

Sifiso Ngobese
Apr 29, 20253 min read


#RunYourCity and stand a chance to Win a Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K
Image: Anthony Grote One lucky Durban runner will drive home in a stylish Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT Vehicle , valued from R269,900 , at the...

Sifiso Ngobese
Apr 22, 20253 min read


Wildschutt and Xaba target SA Records at Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
Image: Pholisa Ngqameni / Stillwater Sports Multiple SA record holder Adriaan Wildschutt is aiming to add the national 10km road record...

Sifiso Ngobese
Apr 12, 20255 min read


Kipngetich returns to Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES as Frans prepares to fly the flag for SA in Gqeberha
Image: Tobias Ginsberg After making a strong impression on the South African road running scene with a runner-up finish at the 2024 Absa...

Sifiso Ngobese
Apr 8, 20255 min read


Mhlanga chases maiden Sub-28 as Phalula seeks to turn back time at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
Image: Action Photo As one of only two athletes to secure a top ten finish in all five Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES races in a single...

Sifiso Ngobese
Apr 4, 20254 min read


Entries for the 8th Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K open this week
Image: Anthony Grote The Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K will celebrate its 8th anniversary on Sunday, 13 July 2025. Entries open on...

Sifiso Ngobese
Mar 31, 20254 min read


Boost Your Business! Win R500K in Airtime with Heart FM and Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Image: David Sullivan Cape Town’s Beat – Heart FM is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES in the Mother City...

Sifiso Ngobese
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Kabelo Mulaudzi targets Sub-28 minute finish at Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
Image: Action Photo Having already clocked two sub-28-minute 10km performances, Kabelo Mulaudzi has proven his mastery of the 27-minute...

Sifiso Ngobese
Mar 25, 20255 min read


Xaba’s winning streak sets the tone for Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K
Image: Felix Dlanga South Africa’s 10km national record holder, Glenrose Xaba—who set the mark at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K in...

Sifiso Ngobese
Mar 19, 20255 min read
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