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The 2026 marathon returns with both in-person and virtual race options, so you can join us from anywhere in the world!

PHYSICAL EVENTS

  • 42km Physical Run 2026
    42km Physical Run 2026
    Sun, 19 Jul
    Qunu, Madiba’s home
    A distinctive heritage run where participants have a unique opportunity to touch the birth places of some of South Africa’s most notable struggle icons on this global heritage route event including Dr O.R. Tambo, President Nelson Mandela and Chris Hani.
  • 5km Physical Run 2026
    5km Physical Run 2026
    Sun, 19 Jul
    Tyumbu hill (opposite Zigzag Store)
    A distinctive heritage run where participants have a unique opportunity to touch the birth places of some of South Africa’s most notable struggle icons on this global heritage route event including Dr O.R. Tambo, President Nelson Mandela and Chris Hani.
  • 21km Physical Run 2026
    21km Physical Run 2026
    Sun, 19 Jul
    Xolilizwe Sangoni Technical High School
    A distinctive heritage run where participants have a unique opportunity to touch the birth places of some of South Africa’s most notable struggle icons on this global heritage route event including Dr O.R. Tambo, President Nelson Mandela and Chris Hani.

VIRTUAL EVENTS

  • 103km in 1-day Virtual Cycle 2026
    103km in 1-day Virtual Cycle 2026
    Between 01-31 July 2026
    Anywhere in the world
    An event where you can join us from anywhere in the world! A 1 day 103km cycling event.
  • 103km in 1-day Virtual Run 2026
    103km in 1-day Virtual Run 2026
    Between 01-31 July 2026
    103km Route
    A 103km run to be completed in a single day, on any chosen date between 1–31 July, participants have a unique opportunity to touch the birth places of some of South Africa’s most notable struggle icons on this global heritage route.
  • 103km in 8-days Virtual Run 2026
    103km in 8-days Virtual Run 2026
    Between 01-31 July 2026
    Anywhere in the world
    A new event introduced in 2025 - now you can join us from anywhere in the world! 103km run over 8 days (12.8km for 8 consecutive days).

DOWNLOAD MANUAL ENTRY FORM & PRIZE MONIES 2026

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