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Decathlon hosts social run for a better Bryanston on World Clean-up Day

Local residents tied up their running shoes to support a cleaner environment on World Clean-up Day.

Bryanston residents gathered on September 20 for a community-focused social run aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles while encouraging people to take greater pride in their neighbourhood.

Trevor Beekman gives his all for the finish line. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

Read more: Better Bryanston invites community to 5km and 10km fun run for World Cleanup Day

Hosted at Decathlon at the Winnie Mandela Precinct, the social run for a better Bryanston offered participants the choice of a 5km or 10km route, with both running and walking welcome. The free event encouraged residents to bring along their families and friends and enjoy an active morning together.

Christie Marsh and Nolan Marsh run to the finish line. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The initiative was organised by civic organisation Better Bryanston as part of World Clean-up Day, with the group using the occasion to remind residents that creating cleaner and better neighbourhoods is a shared responsibility.

Brett Kinmont and Kari Kinmont finish strong. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

Better Bryanston chairperson Joyce Tshabalala thanked everyone who contributed to making the event possible, particularly the organisation’s team and Decathlon for supporting the initiative. “This day was made possible thanks to the efforts of everybody involved,” Tshabalala said

Jaipriyq Reddy and Prenayen Reddy after their run. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

She encouraged residents to play their part on World Clean-up Day by doing their bit for a cleaner world and suburb.

Also read: Fun Bubbles 5km night run brings Bryanston Country Club community together

Hlohonolofatso Chauke run uphill. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The event highlighted the role community initiatives can play in bringing residents together, encouraging an active lifestyle and building a stronger sense of responsibility for the neighbourhood.

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Duduzile Khumalo

Duduzile Ipiphany Khumalo is a dedicated bubbly journalist at the Sandton Chronicle, specialising in community-based news. She is passionate about capturing and sharing each community's unique stories and lifestyle events. Her commitment is to heartfelt reporting and ensuring every voice is heard and every story is told.

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