The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series is calling on all Western Cape based schools to sign up for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K’s fun ‘School’s Challenge’ that will form part of the 9th annual event on Sunday 12 May 2024.
“The Schools Challenge brings a thrilling team dynamic to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K,” explains Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder. “Our aim is to encourage greater participation among young athletes in the 10km race, encouraging teamwork and sparking spirited rivalries among schools.”
Open to participants aged 14 to 19, the Schools Challenge at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K includes separate divisions for Boys and Girls. Schools are encouraged to register multiple teams, each consisting of 5 learners. Prizes will be awarded to the Top 5 Boys Teams and Top 5 Girls Teams, with the winning teams in each category receiving the prestigious Trophy and year-long bragging rights.
“The Schools Challenge features a discounted entry fee of R200 per runner, which includes a temporary license,” continues Meyer. “Entrants will enjoy the convenience of a dedicated ‘Entries Collection’ point during race pack collection, ensuring a personalized and efficient experience for all entrants.”
In closing, Meyer adds, “We encourage all participating schools to proudly wear the event t-shirt as part of their dress code on race day as it will add to the vibrant atmosphere of the ‘sea of red’. Join us today and get ready to #RunYourCity as a school and as a team at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K.”
EVENT INFORMATION: Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K “Schools Challenge”
| Special Entry Fee: | R200.00 per entrant (inclusive of Temporary Licence) |
| Entries Close: | Monday, 06 May 2024 (midnight) |
| For more information please email: | entries@runyourcityseries.com |
| To enter the event please visit: | www.runyourcityseries.com |
The Top 5 Boys and Girls Teams will be awarded the following prizes:
1st Place: PUMA running shoes valued at R2000+ and a PUMA Cap
2nd Place: PUMA tracksuit and PUMA Cap
3rd Place: PUMA Bag and PUMA Cap
4th Place: PUMA T-shirt and PUMA Cap
5th Place: PUMA Cap
A floating trophy will be awarded to the winning teams.
EVENT INFORMATION: 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
| Sunday 07 April 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K |
| Sunday 12 May 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K |
| Start Line: Marine Drive, Milnerton | |
| Finish Line: Lower Long Street opposite Absa Building | |
| Entry Fee: Licenced Runners: R245.00 Temp Licence: R50.00 Entry Includes: Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Event Performance T-shirt Absa Drawstring Bag Absa Peak Cap Absa Socks Race Number with Timing Chip Amazing Sponsor Route Entertainment Points Lively Route Entertainment Points 2 x Refreshment Stations on Route Tog Bag Drop and Collect Service Pre and Post Event Entertainment Transport Service (to start and from finish) Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Finisher’s Medal | |
| Sunday 07 July 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K |
| Sunday 25 August 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K |
| Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K |
EXCITING NEWS: In 2024, each of the five Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series events will showcase unique, city-specific medals, adding a personalized touch to the participant experience reflective of the host city’s essence and character.
CHARITY SUPPORT: The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has welcomed the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) as the official charity of the entire series of events in 2024. A non-profit leader in the fight against cancer since 1931, CANSA enables research, educates the public and advocates for and supports all people affected by cancer, while leading SA towards a cancer-free society. When entering an Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series event online, runners can show their support by donating towards CANSA.
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Hashtag: #RunYourCity #AbsaRunYourCity
WhatsApp Line: 072 042 7613
Websites: www.runyourcityseries.com
About Absa
Absa Group is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups.
Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance.
Absa operates in fourteen countries. The Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in Namibia and Nigeria, and securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States. For further information about Absa Group Limited, please visit www.absa.africa
About the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
A proudly South African mass participation road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been revolutionizing the sport since 2015. A road running celebration like no other, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series comprises five unique events namely the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K (launched in 2023), Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K (launched in 2015), the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K (launched in 2017), Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K (launched in 2023) and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K (launched in 2016).
A diverse road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series integrates businesses, families, investment in community, world class achievement and fun for all participants. For further information please visit https://runyourcityseries.com/
