Ladysmith police constable completes his first marathon

Constable Mdunge completed the distance in an impressive time of three hours and 16 minutes.

February 3, 2026

Shamona Buthuram Less than a minute

Ladysmith SAPS’s very own Constable Mdunge kicked off 2026 on a high note by completing his first marathon.

He took on the Johnson Crane Marathon, held in Benoni, and crossed the finish line in an impressive three hours and 16 minutes.

Mdunge credited his motivation to words of encouragement from Ladysmith station commander, Brigadier TM Mngadi, who challenged him to ‘up his game this year’ – a challenge he clearly rose to!

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February 3, 2026

Shamona Buthuram Less than a minute

Shamona Buthuram

Shamona Buthuram, a journalist at the Ladysmith Gazette, is a multifaceted talent with a passion for fashion and make up. As a former Miss Bollywood winner and qualified makeup artist, she brings a unique perspective to her writing. When not working, Shamona loves dancing, watching Friends and Bollywood movies, and binge-watching Netflix. Her motto, "Love all, serve all.