Media Statements

The African National Congress (ANC) joins the people of South Africa and the world in celebrating the flagship 2025 Comrades Marathon, hosted by Athletics South Africa and taking place on Sunday, 8 June 2025, in KwaZulu-Natal.

This iconic race brings together thousands of runners and supporters in a true display of unity, endurance, and friendship. It reminds us that through determination and togetherness, we can overcome any challenge.

We salute every athlete, organiser, volunteer, and supporter who makes this great event possible. In the end, it will be sweat, strength, tears, and joy but above all, it will be the human spirit that triumphs.

We wish all participants running from Pietermaritzburg to Durban, a safe, proud, and victorious run.

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