Duduza Care Centre Hospice, a non-profit organisation based at Maria Ratschitz Mission in Wasbank, will host its annual fun run on Saturday, July 11.

Community event supports hospice care and wellbeing

The event aims to bring the community together in support of compassionate hospice and palliative care services, while promoting health, wellness and social cohesion.

Organisers have extended an open invitation to local running clubs, individual runners, families, schools, businesses and community members to take part.

Participants can choose from three race distances: 21km, 10km and 5km.

Cash prizes will be awarded in the 21km and 10km categories for both male and female athletes. In the 21km race, first place will receive R2 000, second place R1 500 and third place R1 000. In the 10km race, first place will receive R1 500, second place R1 000 and third place R750.

The 5km event is open to runners and walkers of all ages who wish to take part for fitness and fun.

Entry fees are R50 for the 5km, R100 for the 10km and R150 for the 21km.

Organisers have assured participants that the event will be safe and well organised. Support will be provided by the Traffic Department and the South African Police Service, with an ambulance on site to ensure the safety and well-being of all runners and spectators.

Community members and local businesses are also invited to set up stalls at the mission grounds at a cost of R100 per stall.

Residents are encouraged to run, walk or simply attend in support of a worthy cause. Funds raised will assist Duduza Care Centre Hospice in continuing to provide care, dignity and comfort to patients and families in need within the community.

For enquiries, contact  Nonzuzo Sangweni via call or WhatsApp on 073 057 9384.

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