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    May 9, 2025
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Race Information
    May 9, 2025

    Comrades Marathon Unveils More Generous Cut-Off Times for 2025

    Big news from the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA)! They’ve just announced revised cut-off times for the 98th Comrades Marathon, happening […]
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    April 25, 2025
    Comrades Marathon in Pietermaritzburg for the Down Run
    April 25, 2025

    Comrades Marathon: Exciting New Finish Venue Details & Confirmation Of 2025 Down Run Distance

    The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has officially set the route distance for the 98th edition of The Ultimate Human Race. […]
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    April 22, 2025
    Two Oceans Ultra Marathon - Africa Marathons Running Tours
    April 22, 2025

    We’ve got a new name!

    Have you seen? We’ve officially changed our name to Africa Marathons Running Tours, because that’s exactly what we do: host […]
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    March 10, 2025
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Date
    March 10, 2025

    Comrades Marathon Announces Innovative Two-Start System for 2025 Race

    Get ready, Comrades runners! The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has unveiled an exciting change for the 2025 edition of the […]
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    March 7, 2025
    Two Oceans Marathon Banner Start
    March 7, 2025

    Everything You Need to Know Before Running the Two Oceans Marathon

    The Two Oceans Marathon is one of the most iconic ultra-marathons in the world, often referred to as the world’s […]
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    March 3, 2025
    March 3, 2025

    Cape Town Marathon: Your Path to Major Status & Exciting Changes Ahead!

    The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is on an incredible journey, striving to become Africa’s first Abbott World Marathon Majors event. […]
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    February 11, 2025
    Top 5 Tips for Taking on the Comrades Marathon
    February 11, 2025

    Your Second Chance at Comrades Glory: The 2025 Substitution Window

    The Comrades Marathon is a legendary race, and securing a spot on the starting line is a significant achievement. But […]
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    January 9, 2025
    Team Africa Marathons will be together at the start
    January 9, 2025

    Big News for the 2025 Comrades Marathon: Qualifying Time Revised

    Fellow runners and marathon fanatics! We’ve got some exciting news fresh off the press from the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) […]
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    November 26, 2024
    Team Africa Marathons Comrades Marathon 2024
    November 26, 2024

    THE WEEKENDER: Your Ultimate Two Oceans Marathon Experience

    Are you ready to take your Two Oceans Marathon weekend to the next level? THE WEEKENDER is your opportunity to […]
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    November 26, 2024
    November 26, 2024

    Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: Stage 1 In Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidacy Is Achieved

    Highlights to look forward to and celebrate based on this news: Africa Marathons is so proud to announce that The […]
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    November 6, 2024
    November 6, 2024

    Comrades Marathon 2025 Launch: More Than A Race – Isiko Mpilo

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa – Excitement filled the air as the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) officially launched the 2025 Comrades Marathon, […]
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    September 20, 2024
    September 20, 2024

    Everything You Need To Know About Entering The Comrades Marathon

    The Comrades Marathon is one of the most iconic and challenging races in the world. Known as the “Ultimate Human […]
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    September 6, 2024
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    September 6, 2024

    Everything You Need to Know About the Cape Town Marathon

    The Cape Town Marathon has quickly earned its spot as one of the most iconic races on the global marathon […]
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    August 28, 2024
    Cape Town Marathon 2022
    August 28, 2024

    Cape Town Marathon Route 2024: New Twists, Old Favorites

    The 2024 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is just around the corner, and we’re excited to unveil this year’s Official Marathon […]
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    August 22, 2024
    Team Africa Marathons Comrades Marathon 2024
    August 22, 2024

    Best Races in South Africa: A Runner’s Paradise

    South Africa is a dream destination for runners, offering a diverse range of races that cater to all levels of […]
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    July 1, 2024
    Two Oceans Marathon Banner Start
    July 1, 2024

    6 Reasons You Should Race the Two Oceans Marathon

    If you’re a runner looking for an unforgettable race experience, the Two Oceans Marathon should be at the top of […]
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    June 28, 2024
    African Marathons Comrades Finish Line
    June 28, 2024

    7 Great Reasons You Should Race the Comrades Marathon in 2025

    The Comrades Marathon, often hailed as the world’s greatest ultra-marathon, stretches approximately 90 kilometres (56 miles) between the cities of […]
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    April 2, 2024
    Team Africa Marathons Competing in Comrades Marathon 2022
    April 2, 2024

    Important Notice: Comrades Marathon 2024 Cut-offs

    The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has confirmed the cut-offs for this year’s Comrades Marathon. Change to the first cut-off point […]
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    March 22, 2024
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Race Information
    March 22, 2024

    Comrades Marathon 2024 Route Distance Confirmed

    The 97th Comrades Marathon, which takes runners from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, will see the shortest route distance in the race’s […]
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    February 13, 2024
    Two Oceans Marathon Banner Fishoek
    February 13, 2024

    Conquering Two Oceans Marathon: Top Tips for Ultimate Endurance

    Alright, runners, gather round and let’s delve into the adventure of tackling and conquering Two Oceans Marathon, one of the […]
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    January 17, 2024
    Comrades Marathon Entry 2020
    January 17, 2024

    Preparing for Comrades Marathon 2024: Tips and Tricks

    Preparing for Comrades Marathon 2024 is no small task. It stands as the longest-standing ultra-marathon, predating the recent surge in […]
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    December 7, 2023
    December 7, 2023

    Comrades 2024 Entries are Disappearing Faster Than You Can Say ‘Nakanjani’!

    With over 80% of the 23,000 Comrades 2024 entries already gone and the entry process closing on Monday, December 11th, […]
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    November 23, 2023
    November 23, 2023

    Comrades Marathon 2024 Entries Are Going Fast – Enter Soon

    The 97th Comrades Marathon is fast approaching, and the excitement is palpable. In just 48 hours since entries opened on […]
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    November 14, 2023
    Comrades Marathon Start Line
    November 14, 2023

    One More Week To The Opening of Comrades Marathon 2024 Entries

    Mark your calendars, Comrades runners! Entries for the 2024 Comrades Marathon open in just one week, on Tuesday, November 21st […]
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    November 7, 2023
    Team Africa Marathons Competing in Comrades Marathon 2022
    November 7, 2023

    Comrades Marathon 2024: No Doubt, We’re Going Up!

    CMA Chairperson, Mqondisi Ngcobo, unveiled the 97th Comrades Marathon slogan, “No Doubt – Nakanjani”, at the launch today. The slogan […]
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    October 11, 2023
    October 11, 2023

    2023 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Week

    Cape Town Marathon 2023 is set to be the fastest event to date, and we want to help YOU stay […]
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    September 1, 2023
    Comrades Marathon
    September 1, 2023

    It’s Official – The 2024 Comrades Marathon Direction Is Confirmed

    Get ready to lace up those running shoes and brace yourself for an uphill battle! The 2024 Comrades Marathon is […]
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    July 27, 2023
    Cape Town Marathon 2021 Ladies Leaders
    July 27, 2023

    Cape Town Marathon 2023 Route Revealed

    Introducing the optimized route for Cape Town Marathon 2023! As we count down to the exciting race day, we are […]
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    July 20, 2023
    Two Oceans Marathon Banner Pacing
    July 20, 2023

    Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon 2024 Entires Are Open

    Get ready for the highly anticipated event of the year – the Two Oceans Marathon 2024! The 53rd edition of […]
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    June 15, 2023
    The Great Gerda Steyn Breaking the Comrades Marathon Record
    June 15, 2023

    Comrades Marathon 2023 Provisional Results Are Out

    The Comrades Marathon 2023, organized by the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA), witnessed an extraordinary #Comrades2023 Champions Prizegiving Breakfast, sponsored by […]
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    June 10, 2023
    June 10, 2023

    The 2023 Comrades Marathon: Top Contenders Revealed

    Get to know the top male and female contenders for the 96th Comrades Marathon in 2023. Discover their records, previous […]
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    May 2, 2023
    Comrades Ultra Marathon South Africa
    May 2, 2023

    Route Distance and Cut-off Times for 2023 Comrades Marathon Unveiled

    The official distance for the 96th Comrades Marathon Down Run from Pietermaritzburg to Durban has been confirmed by the Comrades […]
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    March 15, 2023
    African Champions Unite - Cape Town Marathon
    March 15, 2023

    A Faster and Flatter Route for Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2023!

    Here at Africa Marathons, we strive to provide the best possible experience for our team runners. As part of this […]
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    February 27, 2023
    Reasons to Love Running Blog Header
    February 27, 2023

    Fall In Love With Running All Over Again

    As running fanatics, we all know the “runners high” that comes from endorphins. It’s exhilarating, isn’t it? In LOVE with […]
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    February 18, 2023
    Two Oceans Marathon - Gold Label Status
    February 18, 2023

    Two Oceans Marathon Achieves Highest Ultra Marathon Accolade

    The Two Oceans Marathon NPC has been re-awarded Gold Label Status by the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU), which operates under the […]
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    January 31, 2023
    Africa Marathons - TIPS FOR NEW RUNNERS
    January 31, 2023

    Running Tips from Coach Nick Bester

    We trust everyone has gotten off to a flying start this year with resolutions and that you have all your […]
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    December 2, 2022
    Comrades Marathon Entry 2020
    December 2, 2022

    Half of the Comrades Marathon 2023 Entry Cap Claimed

    More than half of the 20,000-entry cap for the 2023 Comrades Marathon has been claimed within the first week of […]
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    November 30, 2022
    November 30, 2022

    Cape Town Marathon Goes Green For The Majors

    More than four years ago, Cape Town nearly became the first major city to run out of water after a […]
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    November 25, 2022
    Jessica Johnson at Comrade Marathon 2022 Finish Line
    November 25, 2022

    Official Comrades Marathon 2023 Launch

    This is it – Ziyasha! It’s happening! – was unveiled at the official Comrades Marathon 2023 launch. The 2023 Comrades campaign […]
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    November 3, 2022
    Team Africa Marathons Competing in Comrades Marathon 2022
    November 3, 2022

    Race Date for Comrades Marathon 2023 Confirmed

    We know everyone has been waiting for the confirmation of the race date for Comrades Marathon 2023 to get all […]
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    October 28, 2022
    Nick Bester Completing Cape Town Marathon
    October 28, 2022

    Cape Town Marathon – 4th Marathon in 4 Weeks

    We are so proud of our coach, Nick Bester, who recently completed his 4th marathon, the Cape Town Marathon in 4 weeks. […]
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    September 19, 2022
    Comrades Marathon Race Stats and more
    September 19, 2022

    The Provisional Race Date for Comrades Marathon 2023

    This year’s Comrades Marathon was a huge success for Team Africa Marathons! We look forward to having an even better […]
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    September 19, 2022
    Jessica Johnson at Comrades Marathon 2022 Expo
    September 19, 2022

    Comrades Marathon 2022 With Team Africa Marathons

    Comrades Marathon 2022 has come and gone but will remain etched in our hearts for a very long time. The […]
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    August 8, 2022
    Africa Marathons Comrades Team
    August 8, 2022

    Team Africa Marathons – One month to Comrades 2022

    It’s official! We are just one month away from the biggest marathon in Africa! We thought we would get our […]
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    July 29, 2022
    Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Start
    July 29, 2022

    The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon New Route Gets Green Light

    In celebration of the 80-day countdown to race day, The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon’s revised marathon route has received the […]
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    July 19, 2022
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    July 19, 2022

    Team Africa Marathons Getting Ready For Comrades

    Team Africa Marathons has been busy! We are just over 2 months away from the biggest running event on the […]
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    June 14, 2022
    Comrades Ultra Marathon 2022 here we come
    June 14, 2022

    Comrades Ultra Marathon 2022 Here We Come!

    We can’t wait for the Comrades Ultra Marathon 2022! With just under 3 months to go, we shared some exciting […]
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    March 30, 2022
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    March 30, 2022

    150 Days to Comrades 2022 Race Day

    Comrades 2022 takes place on Sunday, 28 August 2022. With 150 days to go to #Comrades2022 race day on Sunday, […]
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    February 18, 2022
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Date
    February 18, 2022

    2022 Comrades Marathon Launch Info

    2022 Is all about the much-awaited Comrades comeback! After nearly two years of adhering to the National State of Disaster […]
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    February 16, 2022
    Cape Town Marathon 2021 Ladies Leaders
    February 16, 2022

    Get Your Cape Town Marathon Entry In – It’s Calling

    Cape Town Marathon will make its debut as an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race on October 16, 2022. The […]
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    November 25, 2021
    Two Oceans Marathon
    November 25, 2021

    Two Oceans Marathon 2022 Confirmed

    TWO OCEANS MARATHON 2022 CONFIRMED FOR EASTER WEEKEND, 16 AND 17 APRIL 2022. One of South Africa’s most pre-eminent road […]
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    November 23, 2021
    November 23, 2021

    Join us for the Sierra Leone Marathon 2022

    After a two year Covid induced hiatus, we are so excited to announce the Sierra Leone Marathon is officially back!  Join […]
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    October 21, 2021
    Mens winners CT Marathon 2022
    October 21, 2021

    A Hugely Successful Cape Town Marathon 2021

    Sunday 17 October 2021 turned out to be a little wet out for the Cape Town Marathon runners. With no […]
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    October 14, 2021
    October 14, 2021

    Entries for Kilimanjaro Marathon 2022 are open

    A favourite annual race on the Africa Marathons calendar is the Kili Marathon and it is all systems go for […]
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    September 29, 2021
    Comrades Marathon
    September 29, 2021

    Race date for 2022 Comrades Marathon

    Some exciting news was released today. With marathon races slowly returning across the world, the Comrades Marathon Association announced today […]
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    September 13, 2021
    Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
    September 13, 2021

    What does it mean to become an Abbott World Marathon Majors race?

    Joining an elite group of races namely, London Marathon, New York Marathon, Boston Marathon, Chicago Marathon, Berlin Marathon and Tokyo […]
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    September 3, 2021
    Cape Town Marathon 2022
    September 3, 2021

    Cape Town Marathon – the road to the world’s 7th Abbott World Marathon Majors

    Just more than a week ago the news broke that the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has officially been confirmed as […]
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    March 30, 2021
    Comrades Centenary Hope Challenge Logo
    March 30, 2021

    ‘Comrades Centenary Hope Challenge’ is Launched

    Riding on the coattails of last year’s virtual event success, Africa Marathons is super excited to invite you to join […]
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    March 24, 2021
    Race The Comrades Legends
    March 24, 2021

    ‘Race The Comrades Legends’ Profit Share

    For those of you who missed last years inaugural ‘Race The Comrades Legends’ event, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) decided […]
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    March 11, 2021
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Date
    March 11, 2021

    Comrades Marathon 2022 is a Down Run

    The cancelling of Comrades 2021 must have left most of you with questions about Comrades Marathon 2022 and the Virtual […]
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    February 10, 2021
    February 10, 2021

    The Centenary Comrades Marathon 2021 Cancelled

    The dawn of the new year had us all excited for the return to racing and for Comrades 2021 – […]
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    February 5, 2021
    Two Oceans Ultra Marathon Finish
    February 5, 2021

    Two Oceans Marathon 2021 Race Update

    In their last update on 23 December 2020, the Two Oceans Marathon organisers indicated that they were monitoring the surge […]
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    January 27, 2021
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Race Information
    January 27, 2021

    The Latest Comrades 2021 Race Update

    Comrades Marathon 2021 is currently scheduled to take place on Sunday, 13 June 2021 which is anticipated to be the […]
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    January 6, 2021
    Two Oceans Marathon
    January 6, 2021

    The Latest Update from Two Oceans Marathon 2021

    So much has changed over the past 12 months including the cancellation of Two Oceans Marathon 2020 and many other […]
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    December 11, 2020
    All the Comrades Marathon Stats You Ever Wanted To Know
    December 11, 2020

    A Complete Guide to Comrades Marathon

    There is so much history to this ‘Ultimate Human Race’ that we decided to highlight it in a complete guide […]
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    November 20, 2020
    Plyometric Exercises for Runners with Gemma Oates
    November 20, 2020

    Plyometric Exercises for Runners

    Muscles and tendons have the ability to be able to store energy and then to use it for power and […]
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    November 16, 2020
    Comrades Marathon Legend Thomas Michael Winn
    November 16, 2020

    Comrades Marathon Legend Thomas Michael Winn

    We were sad to hear that the founding Chairperson of The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA), Thomas Michael Winn, passed away […]
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    October 25, 2020
    Thompson Magawana Two Oceans Mens Course Record Holder
    October 25, 2020

    The Stand Out Men’s Champions of the Two Oceans Ultra Marathon

    Thirty-nine men have run their way towards winning the Two Oceans Marathon title since the inception of the event in […]
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    October 14, 2020
    First Comrades Marathon - History
    October 14, 2020

    Comrades Marathon History

    Next year is a big one for the iconic Comrades Marathon.  It’s the year we celebrate the century and 95th […]
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    October 10, 2020
    Two Oceans Marathon Womens Highlights
    October 10, 2020

    Two Oceans Marathon Women’s Highlights

    Gerda Steyn (Credit: Two Oceans Marathon) Out of the 29 women’s Two Oceans 56km Ultra Marathon winners, it wasn’t easy […]
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    October 5, 2020
    Top Tips for Injury Prevention in Runners
    October 5, 2020

    How to Reduce the Risk of Injury while Training for a Marathon

    If you are about to take on training for a marathon, congratulations! Nothing beats the feeling when you cross that […]
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    August 27, 2020
    Kipchoge vs Bekele London Marathon 2020
    August 27, 2020

    London Marathon 2020 – The battle between Kenya and Ethiopia

    Could Bekele beat Kipchoge at the London Marathon 2020? They’ve faced off several times before, but London could be their […]
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    August 25, 2020
    Joshua Cheptegei World Record Holder
    August 25, 2020

    Joshua Cheptegei the new kid on the block

    Joshua Cheptegei has been on the world scene for some time now, but had never taken any major titles, until […]
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    August 12, 2020
    August 12, 2020

    Virtual Marathon – Give it your BESTer supported by Africa Marathons

    This is the perfect opportunity to put your fitness levels to the test by committing to a date and distance […]
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    July 10, 2020
    Mo Farah 2015 - Victory
    July 10, 2020

    Mo Farah confirmed to race Cape Town Marathon 10km Virtual Peace Run

    Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Chairman, Francois Pienaar made this announcement yesterday 9 July 2020, “I am thrilled to confirm that […]
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    July 9, 2020
    The Great Gerda Steyn Breaking the Comrades Marathon Record
    July 9, 2020

    The Great Gerda Steyn

    Gerda Steyn is a great success story, from not making her high school cross-country team to taking South Africa’s road […]
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    June 25, 2020
    Top 5 Tips for Taking on the Comrades Marathon
    June 25, 2020

    Official Comrades Marathon Tour Operator for 2021 & 2022

    Africa Marathons is extremely proud and excited to announce that we have been re-appointed as an Official Comrades Marathon Tour […]
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    June 23, 2020
    Cancellation of Cape Town Marathon 2020
    June 23, 2020

    Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2020 cancelled – Virtual Race going ahead as planned

    Team Africa Marathons was very much looking forward to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2020, but we fully support the […]
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    June 9, 2020
    In memory of Clive Crawley Comrades Marathon Legend
    June 9, 2020

    In Memory of Comrades Legend Clive Crawley (Race Number 1)

    Africa Marathons along with the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is saddened by the news of the death of Clive Crawley. […]
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    June 3, 2020
    Comrades Marathon Race the Legends Team Africa Marathons
    June 3, 2020

    Comrades Marathon Race the Legends

    As the Official Tour Operator to the Comrades Marathon, we were all very sad to see the cancellation of this […]
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    May 26, 2020
    Cape Town Marathon Virtual Race App
    May 26, 2020

    The Cape Town Marathon Virtual Race

    “We’re living in uncertain times and everyone is trying to make sense of what the possible future could hold for […]
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    May 21, 2020
    May 21, 2020

    Be a Part of the World’s Biggest Virtual Event and Race the Comrades Legends

    The ultimate human race will commence on the 14th of June 2020 just not as a mass participation event in […]
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    May 14, 2020
    Comrades Marathon 2020 Cancelled
    May 14, 2020

    Breaking News – Comrades Marathon 2020 Has Been Cancelled

    The dreaded news we’ve all been waiting for, the Comrades Marathon Association have decided to cancel Comrades Marathon 2020. We […]
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    May 8, 2020
    Bongmusa Mthembu Previous Town Oceans Mens Winner
    May 8, 2020

    Who Will Take The Two Oceans 2021 Men’s Title?

    Will defending champion Bong’musa Mthembu be back to defend his title at Two Oceans 2021?  That’s the question everyone is […]
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    May 1, 2020
    Gerda Steyns Two Oceans Journey
    May 1, 2020

    Gerda Steyn’s Two Oceans Marathon Journey

    Gerda Steyn is going for a hat-trick of wins at the Two Oceans Marathon 2021.  The two-time defending Two Oceans […]
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    April 23, 2020
    Cape Town City Tour with Run Cape Town
    April 23, 2020

    Cape Town City Running Tour with Run Cape Town

    Gemma enjoyed a Cape Town City Running Tour with Run Cape Town recently, and this is her experience. An early […]
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    April 7, 2020
    Comrades Marathon 2020 CMA Chairperson Cheryl Winn Message
    April 7, 2020

    Message from the Comrades Marathon Association Chairperson

    Comrades Marathon 2020 is fast approaching and with the current coronavirus situation facing Comrades athletes, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) […]
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    March 26, 2020
    21-Day AM Challenge 2020 with Nick Bester
    March 26, 2020

    The 21-Day ‘AM’ Challenge with Nick Bester

    Forming good habits is how we improve ourselves professionally, personally and physically.  The 21/90 rule says that you need to […]
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    March 24, 2020
    Nick Bester Online Coach Morning Routine
    March 24, 2020

    Coach Nick Bester’s Morning Exercise Routine

    Many of us are currently finding ourselves in lockdown, so our African Marathon’s coach, Nick Bester, shows us his favourite […]
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    March 22, 2020
    Bester's Best Running Tips During Self Isolation - Keep Your Personal Space
    March 22, 2020

    Bester’s Best Running Tips During Self-isolation

    Now that the entire world is in the process of taking a breather, so should we.  Stop.  Breathe and look […]
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    March 19, 2020
    The Story of Paul Sinton-Hewitt ParkRun Founder
    March 19, 2020

    Parkrun – We will get through this together

    The all familiar and very dear parkrun will NOT be happening this Saturday, which is understandable but unsettling all at […]
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    March 18, 2020
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    March 18, 2020

    News Flash – Comrades 2020 to go ahead as planned until further notice

    The Comrades Marathon Association’s (CMA) Board convened an urgent meeting this past Monday evening (Monday, 16.3.2020) in light of the outbreak of […]
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    March 8, 2020
    Africa Marathons Ambassador Jordan Foster
    March 8, 2020

    Celebrating Women in Running This International Women’s Day

    Given today is International Women’s Day, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to celebrate women and specifically their […]
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    February 26, 2020
    Two Oceans Ultra Marathon Finish
    February 26, 2020

    Top Tips for Ultra Marathon Training

    By Gemma Oates, Africa Marathons team member & Physiotherapist. With runners in the midst of Comrades Marathon training right now, I […]
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