Back: Pen Bruwer, Deborah Garofoli, Kathy Tilleard, front: Lily Bruwer and Fabiana Garofoli done with their run at the Joburg Zoo. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
Young and old enjoyed a fresh air-filled 5 km and 10 km run and walk at the Johannesburg Zoo Trot on February 19.
Laika Masuku and Asante Kapanga cross the finish line. Photo: Duduzile KhumaloCaryn Underhill and Camryn Heeley run at the Joburg Zoo. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
According to the executive manager of the zoo, Louise Gordon, the zoo trot is a monthly event with a 5 km or 10 km walk and run.
Taimela Hussain and Mairah Bismilla finish their 5km run. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
“This event is intended to encourage people to visit the zoo for their health as well as to see and interact with the animals.”
Juanita Basson and Videtle Kallie at the Joburg Zoo trot run. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
She states that the event was a success, and people did come in numbers.
Tahira Erasmus finished her 5km run. Photo: Duduzile KhumaloClarise Smith run at the Joburg Zoo trot. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
Kimberly and Matlhew Borrino after collecting medals. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
“As we will be celebrating our 119 years this coming March on the 12th, we encourage everyone to come and join us on the day.”
Luciana Battigelli runs at the Zoo trot. Photo: Duduzile KhumaloTsakane Shabalala finishes her 5km run. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
Gordon further explains that she knows that people run for fitness and to keep healthy, but on the birthday celebration, there will be cake to be shared by all.
Thamia Rapiswa runs to the finish line. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo
