Medals and milestones for Ekurhuleni Athletics Club at Comrades Marathon
The City of Ekurhuleni Athletics Club returned from the 2026 Comrades Marathon with a strong medal haul and several notable achievements.
A determined display of endurance and commitment saw the City of Ekurhuleni Athletics Club celebrate a successful 2026 Comrades Marathon, with its runners securing 30 finishes and collecting a range of prestigious race medals.
Among the finishers were four women, while one of the club’s standout performances came from Kamogelo Phogole, who secured a silver medal.
Silver medals are awarded to runners who complete the marathon in under seven hours and 30 minutes.
The club’s runners collected six Bill Rowan medals, seven Robert Mtshali medals, three bronze medals and 13 Vic Clapham medals.
Six runners achieved back-to-back medals, an award recognising athletes who successfully complete two consecutive Comrades Marathons.
Special Mhlanga also reached a major milestone by earning his green number. This is a permanent race number awarded to athletes after 10 successful Comrades finishes.
Once awarded, the number is reserved for the runner for all future editions of the race.
According to the club’s marketing manager, Noko Phil Matlou, one of the notable achievements from this year’s event was Esther Sithole’s performance.
“Perseverance, dedication and consistency finally paid off. She can attest to the Comrades slogan ‘Ska Fela Moya’, which simply means don’t give up.
“After participating in a few Comrades Marathons without medals or not finishing, she consistently went back to the drawing board and regrouped. At last she did it. She is our hero,” he said.
The runners and their times were:
- Kamogelo Phogole: 07:23:31
- Ishmael Nchabeleng: 07:34:24
- Lucky Bosoga: 08:07:40
- Hoffney Tjiane: 08:14:37
- Mokgalong Nchabeleng: 08:50:08
- Chukudu Mphulo: 08:55:01
- Macdonald Ngoepe: 08:59:50
- Bonginkosi Mabala: 09:10:53
- Kwena Mangala: 09:17:03
- Sibusiso Langa: 09:17: 59
- Sfiso Ndlovu: 09:36:39
- Amelia Masola: 09:58:53
- Noko Phil Matlou: 09:58:54
- Thato Mamabolo: 09:59:42
- Zuko Jaka: 10:29:55
- Moemise Tabane: 10:38:13
- Nkamogelang Phillips: 10:54:08
- Special Mhlanga: 11:10:36
- Kehla Nkadinde: 11:22:55
- Edwin Nchabeleng: 11:23:48
- Patrick Sentsho: 11:24:44
- Koketjo Mooka: 11:25:31
- Aubrey Lesh Leshilo: 11:27:12
- Lufuno Monyau: 11:41:11
- Mdumiseni Mkhize: 11:49:54
- Rudi Abrahams: 11:50:49
- Lucky Maseko: 11:55:24
- Phumzile Magagula: 11:56:17
- Christina Phala: 11:56:25
- Esther Sithole: 11:58:33
While Lephaka William Mabokachaba crossed the finish line, his time of 12:09:39 fell outside the official cut-off.
Five runners did not finish the race.
“The club extends it sincere appreciation to every runner, coach, volunteer, supporter and family member who contributed to this remarkable achievement. Your commitment continues to inspire our club and community,” said Matlou.
