Lenmed is title sponsor of Thembisa Mile
“We are looking forward to a fruitful partnership and are confident it will continue to grow, enabling us to make a greater contribution to the community in the years ahead.”
Thembisa Mile announced that Lenmed Zamokuhle Private Hospital committed to be the main sponsor for the upcoming Thembisa Mile on October 26 at the Olifantsfontein Sports Ground.
As the only private hospital based in Thembisa, Lenmed Zamokuhle Private Hospital has a long-standing history of supporting the event, featuring a 1 Mile and 10km race.
“The hospital has been an integral partner since 2017, serving as our healthcare partner, and we are grateful for their continuous support over the years,” said Thembisa Mile founder Donald Mathipa.
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“We aim to establish the Thembisa Mile as the premier road running event of our township.
“With the hospital joining us as a Tier 1 sponsor, we are more excited about the path ahead and our plans to elevate this event over the next three years.”
Mahlatse Mathebula, the manager of Lenmed Zamokuhle Private Hospital, shared his excitement about their increased involvement in the event, “Last year, I jokingly mentioned we might take on the role of anchor sponsor if we were not careful.
“I am proud to confirm that we have committed to being the anchor sponsor starting this year.
“We are looking forward to a fruitful partnership and are confident it will continue to grow, enabling us to make a greater contribution to the community in the years ahead.”
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As in previous years, the proceeds of the 2025 Thembisa Mile will go towards the Thembisa Athletic Club’s annual December training camp.
This camp helps prepare the club’s 68 junior, youth, and sub-youth athletes for the upcoming season.
Central Gauteng Athletics acting president Karabo Mabilo, also voiced her support, commending both the Thembisa Mile and the Thembisa Athletic Club for their tireless efforts in nurturing future champions through CGA’s cross country and track and field league meetings.
“This partnership could not have come at a better time,” Mabilo said.
Following the sold-out success of the 2024 event, which saw 3 000 participants, Thembisa Mile organisers announced the 2025 event will cater to 4 000 runners and walkers.
Entries will open in July.
