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Loskop Marathon kicks off in Middelburg amid wet conditions

The marathon, viewed by many as one of the best in the country, continues without a main sponsor, though many smaller sponsors and the local municipality have stepped in to ensure the event's success.

April 25, 2026
Tobie van den Bergh Less than a minute
Runners at the starting line of the 50km Loskop Ultra Marathon. Photo: Tobie van den Bergh

Despite the rainy weather, runners flocked to the Steve Tshwete Municipality, where the 2026 Loskop Marathon started at 06:00 today.

A whopping 4,588 runners entered the marathon this year, which consists of a 50km ultra-marathon, a 21.1km trail run, and 10km and 5km races, all finishing at the picturesque Forever Resorts Loskop Dam.

The Middelburg Observer is covering the race and will be publishing photos and videos at regular intervals throughout the day.

Steve Tshwete municipal mayor Masilela Mhlonishwa fires the starting gun with race officials. Photo: Tobie van den Bergh
Photo: Tobie van den Bergh
Photo: Tobie van den Bergh
 

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April 25, 2026
Tobie van den Bergh Less than a minute

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Tobie van den Bergh

Tobie started as a journalist in September 1975. He was appointed editor of the Middelburg Observer in 1982 where he worked until he retired in 2024. He received numerous awards, is a founding member of the Forum for Community Newspapers and has published two books about his work. Although retired, Tobie is still very much involved in community journalism.
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