By Adnaan Mohamed
The Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K has shattered expectations — and the stopwatch — selling out in record time nearly a month before the start gun fires on 24 August 2025. Like a well-trained sprinter exploding out the blocks, all 10,000 entries were snapped up in a flash, underscoring the meteoric rise of this three-year-old race through the ranks of South Africa’s road-running elite.
What began in 2023 as the youngest sibling in a five-part national series has grown into a force of nature — an electrifying surge of sneakers and spirit set to thunder through the purple-lined streets of the Jacaranda City.
Now in its third edition, the TSHWANE 10K is no longer the new kid on the starting line but a pace-setter in its own right, attracting everyone from Olympians to everyday joggers chasing glory or camaraderie — or just a Sunday well spent.
“Reaching capacity well before race day is a phenomenal achievement and a clear testament to the growing stature of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K within South Africa’s road running scene,” said Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder.
“It’s incredible to witness such overwhelming support for an event that is only in its third year. This success is the result of a collective effort — from our dedicated sponsors and partners to the passionate running community that continuously supports and believes in the series.”
Indeed, this is no ordinary fun run. The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES has carved out a bold new chapter in the South African sporting calendar — turning city streets into ribboned runways for athletic artistry.
Each event is a footrace and a festival, a celebration of community spirit and competition, where runners don’t just chase finish lines, but personal milestones.
And Tshwane’s turn in the spotlight promises more than just scenic urban kilometres. As race day dawns, a scarlet wave will rise and roll down Stanza Bopape Street — a moving sea of red event shirts that Meyer describes as a goosebump-inducing spectacle:
“There’s nothing quite like seeing a wave of red sweep through the streets as thousands of runners come together to #RunYourCity — it’s a moment that captures the true spirit of the event.”
The Tshwane leg is the fourth stop in a yearlong series that has already witnessed blistering performances:
- Gqeberha – Adriaan Wildschutt’s 27:28 and Jane Gati Chacha’s 31:45
- Cape Town – Kabelo Mulaudzi clocking 27:49 and Glenrose Xaba lighting up the tar in 32:00
- Durban – Mulaudzi again with 27:41, and Kenya’s Clare Ndiwa tearing up the coast with 30:50
But this is not just a race against the clock. With every stride, the RUN YOUR CITY movement champions a greater cause. In partnership with CANSA (the Cancer Association of South Africa), the series runs with purpose, raising funds and awareness in the fight against cancer.
Entrants are encouraged to lace up with heart — and donate online as they sign up to take part in the campaign toward a cancer-free future.
So, if you blinked and missed your shot at Tshwane, you’ll have to wait or head to Joburg. But one thing’s certain — this red tide isn’t receding anytime soon. The RUN YOUR CITY SERIES is sprinting into legend, one sold-out city at a time.
Next up: Tshwane on 24 August, followed by Joburg on 24 September — the series’ fiery finale.
