YOUR FEBRUARY COMRADES MARATHON QUALIFIERS

There are 22 confirmed qualifier marathons in February (20 marathons and 2 ultras). With so many great options all around the country you really are spoilt for choice.

My pick for an excellent marathon combined with an away weekend would be...

DISCOVER THE RICH HERITAGE OF THE ULTIMATE HUMAN RACE

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is delighted to invite the public to explore the Comrades Marathon Museum, a treasure trove of history dedicated to the world’s oldest and largest ultramarathon. Located in the heart of Pietermaritzburg, the...

2025 COMRADES EXPO - THE ULTIMATE PRE-RACE EXPERIENCE

The Comrades Marathon Expo, a highlight of the world's oldest and largest ultramarathon, is set to take place at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 5 – 7 June 2025. This year's expo promises to be an exciting and immersive experience for runners,...

RETURN OF THE COMRADES WOMEN'S BOOT CAMPS

More Than A Race – Isiko Mpilo

Reinforcing its commitment to increasing female participation in The Ultimate Human Race, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) proudly announces the return of the much-anticipated Comrades Women’s Boot Camps in...

OBITUARY – ALEN HATTINGH

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is saddened by news of the passing of Alen Hattingh nearly a month ago. He was 72 years old.

Alen was a dedicated volunteer on the Comrades Marathon Novice Hospitality portfolio and a former CMA Board...

MY COMRADES STORY BY FORTUNATE NTHABISENG MOSHEQANE, GREEN #53545

“It all began in 2004 when my sister, Lebogang Mokoana (Green #53542), and I ran our first Comrades Marathon—the longest distance we had ever attempted. I had always watched the race on TV, alongside my other sister, Trinity Mokoana, who had...

HOW TWO WHEELS MADE ROAD RUNNING HISTORY

Those of you who have visited the Comrades Marathon Museum, might have noticed the bicycle on display, which belonged to 5-time winner Arthur Newton. The history of the bicycle, as recalled by Ian Champion, former President of the Road Runners...

CMA’S NEWLY APPOINTED SUB-COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has announced the list of newly appointed chairpersons of its sub-committees, some of which have been merged. These sub-committees are designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the CMA's...

COMRADES ROADSHOW BEGINS IN JOBURG IN THREE WEEKS

More Than A Race - Isiko Mpilo

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is excited to announce the start of its annual roadshow at the Run Zone Athletics Clubhouse in Johannesburg in three weeks (Thursday, 6 February 2025 at 19h00).

As the...

UPDATES ON QUALIFYING FOR THE 2025 COMRADES MARATHON

As athletes gear up for the 2025 race season and get ready to qualify for #Comrades2025, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has some important updates and changes to share with the Comrades running community. These adjustments aim to enhance...