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Sthembiso Mkhize is so scared of running his first Comrades Marathon today that he has had nightmares of being left behind at the finish line by his team-mates ... “I won’t lie, I am scared ... .

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Constitution vs comrades? Phala Phala sparks Ramaphosa-Didiza showdown

Sowetan Live 14 Jun 2026

Is there a political and legal showdown looming between President Cyril Ramaphosa and the woman tasked with protecting parliament’s institutional integrity?. ANC insiders who spoke to Sunday Times believe so ... Read the full story here. .

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Gerda Steyn storms to fifth Comrades Marathon title in record time

Independent online (SA) 14 Jun 2026

Gerda Steyn stormed to victory in record time in the Comrades Marathon women’s race from Durban to Pietermaritzburg on Sunday. Steyn set a new up-run record as she crossed the line in a time of 5.44.53 ... Steyn’s Unbeaten Streak ... @Michael_Sherman ... .

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Comrades Marathon: Essential supplies - two tons of potatoes, 43 tons of ice, and vaseline ...

Independent online (SA) 14 Jun 2026

As the Comrades Marathon began on Sunday, approximately 21,633 runners were registered to make it to the starting line in Durban to begin their long journey inland ... The Comrades Marathon Association ...

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George Kusche produces record-breaking Comrades Marathon men’s race victory

Independent online (SA) 14 Jun 2026

George Kusche reeled off a stunning breakthrough performance to win the Comrades Marathon men’s race from Durban to Pietermaritzburg on Sunday ... Perfectly Paced Comrades Run by George Kusche ... @Michael_Sherman. IOL Sport .

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KZN police activate deployment to ensure incident-free Comrades Marathon

Eye Witness News 13 Jun 2026

The provincial joint security team has concluded its plan for the international race. .

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Correctional Services commends officials preparing for Comrades Marathon

Eye Witness News 13 Jun 2026

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Everything you need to know about the 2026 Comrades Marathon

Independent online (SA) 13 Jun 2026

the iconic Comrades Marathon ... Comrades. Depending on the route, Comrades normally measures somewhere between 85km and 90km, varying slightly each year ... In fact, Steyn is chasing her fourth consecutive Comrades victory and her fifth overall.

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Fearless Onalenna Khonkhobe issues defiant warning to Comrades rivals

Independent online (SA) 13 Jun 2026

Khonkhobe first experienced the unique crucible of the Comrades Marathon as an elite pacemaker, selflessly pulling the field along to help others chase their respective time goals in the Ultimate Human Race.

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Records, riches and rivalries: Comrades Marathon set for blockbuster 50th Up Run

Independent online (SA) 13 Jun 2026

Defending Comrades champion Tete Dijana returns seeking his very first Up Run victory, following his dominant Down Run triumphs in 2022, 2023, and 2025 ... A post shared by Comrades Marathon (@comradesmarathon).

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South Africa: Comrades Marathon Road Closures Announced Ahead of Race Day

All Africa 12 Jun 2026

The eThekwini Municipality has advised the public of road closures ahead of the 99th Comrades Marathon on Sunday ....