The inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon hits Cape Town’s streets on 18 October 2026. Here’s the course, the contenders and how to watch.

With less than three weeks to go, Cape Town is preparing for the inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon on Sunday, 18 October 2026, bringing thousands of runners and walkers together for a landmark event ...

Arthur Jantjies and Bize Beyira Negassa win inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon men's and women's titles, as Cape Town's running culture gathers pace. The first Nelson Mandela Marathon, under the banner ...

Arthur Jantjies, continued his run of success in Cape Town by claiming victory in the inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon.

Cape Town’s inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026, with 42km, 21km, 10km and 5km events. About 30,000 runners are expected, while road closures and free MyCiTi ...

Participants competed across four events including the flagship 42-kilometre marathon, a 21-kilometre half marathon and 10 and 5-kilometre races.

Hopetown hero, Arthur Jantjies, continued his run of success in Cape Town by claiming victory in the inaugural Nelson Mandela ...

Cape Town is preparing to welcome a landmark new addition to its sporting calendar as entries officially open this week for the inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon, set to take place on 18 October 2026.

Cape Town's inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon will close and restrict roads from the CBD and District Six to Sea Point, Green Point and Paarden Eiland from Saturday afternoon into Monday morning.

Cape Town’s inaugural Nelson Mandela Marathon is expected to draw about 30,000 local and international participants on Sunday, 18 October 2026. The programme includes a full marathon, half marathon, ...