Abednico Mashaba of Uniwisp continued his winning streak when he claimed first place in the KaNyamazane 2-in-1 on Saturday, March 21.

The 4.9km and 10km race started and finished at KaNyamazane Stadium. They were organised by KaNyamazane Marathon Club (KMC).

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Mashaba clocked 30:50.90, followed by Samuel Mathabatha of Bella’s Athletic Club with a time of 31:05.40. Prince Ndlovu of Bella’s Athletics Club finished third in 31:34.50.

Nomvula Sithole of Ngodwana Marathon Club won the women’s race in 44:05.60, with Nonhlanhla Fortein in second with 46:14.70. Vanessa Mkhabele took third in 48:44.4, and was also the women’s junior category winner.

In the men’s junior category, Asande Mfundo Akhona Mazibuko took first place in 34:28.70, and Simiso Njomo scooped second in 38:48.70.

Other category winners:
• 40+ women: Bongiwe Magagula – 1:27:31.50     
• 60+ women: Estelle Bullen – 1:28:17.40
• 70+ women: Veronica Doubell – 1:28:20.60
• 40+ men: Sbusiso Thwala – 1:04:42.50
• 50+ men: Moris Maiga – 35:42.90

KMC founder Pr Sipho Langa said the organisation plans to introduce a 21km race in the future. He was pleased with the event’s success and grateful for the support shown.

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“We appreciate all the runners that came out to tackle our annual race. May God bless all of you for supporting us and may all your dreams come true,” Langa said.