Edwin Mashigo and Sakke van Rooyen sold various of their locally produced products. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
The annual Maroela Makiti took place at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday February 3.
Johnson Mamba, Ndazalama Myambo, Isiah Mnisi, Naledi Mashego and Thomas Myambo all ran the 4.9km. > Photos: Yolandi HymanDanie Erasmus, Christo Erasmus, Faans van Zyl, Julie Erasmus and Ilzé Macdonald at one of the stalls. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
This year the participants had the opportunity to engage in two new activities, a 4.9km and 10km road race.
Lizandi Smit, Lizelda de Villiers and Inge du Preez after running the 10km. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
Various marula products, including liqueur and chutney, were available for purchase. Traditional favourites like vetkoek, biltong, jaffles and pancakes were also on sale. The youngsters had a blast in the play area with activities such as bouncy castles and a slip ‘n slide.
Celia Swart, Alledia van Wyk, Karien van Jaarsveld and Beate Badenhorst. > Photo: Yolandi HymanNicholas Mbatha and Edwin Mashigo. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
Local artists Michelle de Lange, Xanthé Jacobs, Barno Venter, Debbie Kriel and the well-known Piet Pompies provided entertaining performances.
Michelle de Lange and Xanthé Jacobs are both locals and provided entertainment for the day. > Photo: Yolandi HymanBarno Venter performed at the Maroela Makiti. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
Danie Erasmus, the organiser, said that although the turnout was lower than expected, the event was still a success. He added that the attendees thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Lambert Smith was selling various Marula products. > Photo: Yolandi HymanEstienne and Hané Cronjé, Nico and Audrey Wiid all took part in the Maroela Makiti race. > Photo: Yolandi Hyman
