Participants start the 15km walk for the Walk the Talk campaign held at Marks Park Sports Club.
Walkers were encouraged to walk for a cause, with many participants walking to raise awareness of the high crime level, drug abuse and women and children abuse, to name a few.
The event was supported by government officials and political activists together with about 50 000 South Africans who braved the cold morning to walk for a cause.
After the national anthem was sung, walkers began the 15km walk at 7.30am where 702 Radio had MCs placed. Radio presenter Aki Anastasiou cheered the participants on as they passed through the start line.
Participants either walked in the 15km, 8km or 5km race and received medals after completing the various distances.
The event ended with a mini concert with DJs who played for the crowd.
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702 Radio Dj Aki Anastasiou cheers on the 8km walk participants.
Ahmed Kathrada Foundation walks to raise awareness against racism.
Participants sing the national anthem just moments away from the start of the 15km walk.
Walkers start the Walk the Talk race.
Giant puppets dance at the start line.k.
Lorine Maartens receives her medal for completing the 8km walk.
Puleng Pitso and Ncumiso Xolo particpate in the 5km walk.
Ayla Voster, Milla Karalis and Ariel Voster participate in the 5km walk.
Mymoena Raffie, Anissah Mahomed, Leyya Saduila and Shanaaz Raffie receive medals for the 8km walk.
702 Radio DJ Redi Tlhabi participates in the 8km walk.
Wille Brits receives his award for completing the 5km walk.
Participants walk for a cause.
Tokolo Mogoba with Claire, the giant puppet.
Jabulile Nxumalo with Sithle, a giant puppet.
National South African Police Service Commissioner Riah Phiyega, 702 Radio DJ ohnRobbie, gwalax, Aki Anastasiou and Abramjee support the 702 Walk The Talk event.
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