Road closures announced as Soweto Marathon returns for landmark 30th edition
Johannesburg motorists are advised to plan ahead as the African Bank Soweto Marathon takes place tomorrow, bringing extensive road closures across Soweto from early morning until the afternoon.
Johannesburg residents are being urged to plan ahead as the African Bank Soweto Marathon takes over the streets of Soweto tomorrow, November 29.
This milestone 30th edition features marathon (42km), half-marathon (21km), and 10km races, starting at 05:00, 06:00, and 07:00, respectively, from the Nasrec Expo Centre.
The event celebrates heritage, unity, and resilience, with equal prize money for men and women, including a top prize of R250 000 for the marathon open winner.
Entry fees remain the same as 2023: R380 for the marathon, R300 for the half-marathon, and R280 for the 10km.
Road closures and traffic updates
With thousands of runners expected, several roads will be closed from 04:00 to 15:00 tomorrow.
According to JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla, affected areas include Nasrec, Riverlea, Orlando, Diepkloof, Pimville, Rockville, Jabulani, Central Western Jabavu, Mofolo, Dube, Kliptown, Pennyville, and Aeroton.
Major roads affected include Soweto Highway, Randshow Road, Nasrec Road, Chris Hani Road, Modjaji Street, Klipspruit Valley Road, Union Road, Koma Road, Elias Motsoaledi Road, Mphuti Street, Machaba Drive, Mzilikazi Street, Mncube Drive, Mtipa Street, Kumalo Main Road, Vilakazi Street, Armitage Street, Martha Louw Street, Mooki Street, Main Road, New Canada Road, and Main Reef Road.
JMPD officers will be deployed to monitor and control traffic along all affected routes. Residents and motorists are urged to exercise caution and patience during the race.
The race expo is open today, November 28, where participants can collect race packs, visit exhibitions, and get race-day information.
For more information or to enter, visit www.sowetomarathon.com or contact the race office on 061 917 1001 or 061 918 1002.
