The 28th edition of the ever-popular African Bank Soweto Marathon took to the streets of SA’s most famous township on Sunday 5 November, with over 21,000 runners once again warmly welcomed and supported by the community of Soweto, and there was a welcome local flavour on the top step of the podium. – By Sean Falconer with Soweto Marathon Trust
After missing half the year due to injury and struggling with motivation, Irvette van Zyl hit the ground running in the latter half of 2023, seemingly going from strength to strength as she found her racing form again, culminating in a number of high profile 10km wins and then her fourth win at the African Bank Soweto Marathon. Unsurprisingly, she now has her sights set on doing even better in 2024, including some unfinished business with a few big races. – By Manfred Seidler