ALL ROADS LEAD TO GQEBERHA FOR THE 2025 ABSA RUN YOUR CITY 10K – A CELEBRATION OF SPORT, UNITY AND EXCELLENCE
Published: April 11, 2025<< BACK TO NEWS
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It’s all systems go for the highly anticipated ABSA Run Your City 10K, taking place on Saturday, 13 April 2025, starting from the beautiful Kings Beach in Gqeberha. Now in its third year, the event has rapidly grown to become a flagship race on South Africa’s athletics calendar, attracting elite national, international athletes and lifestyle runners alike.
Executive Mayor Cllr Babalwa Lobishe extended an inspiring invitation to both residents and the wider South African public:
"Sport is a catalyst for unity, development, and pride. The ABSA Run Your City 10K is more than just a race—it is a celebration of who we are as a city and a people. Nelson Mandela Bay is proud to welcome the continent’s finest athletes and runners of all backgrounds to our streets. I encourage our residents to come out in their numbers and line the streets in support. To our fellow South Africans—tune in live on SuperSport and witness the energy, spirit, and excellence of Nelson Mandela Bay. Together, we are building South Africa’s leading multi-sport destination.”
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, in partnership with Stillwater Sports Management (Pty) Ltd, is proud to be hosting the event under the current three-year agreement that will see the race continue in the Metro until 2026. The decision, made by the Municipal Council on 7 December 2023, reflects the city’s growing stature as a preferred hub for athletic and multi-sport events.
This year’s race has attracted over 4,500 registered runners, doubling last year’s entries and drawing elite competitors from across South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, and beyond. From top contenders aiming to run the fastest 10km in the country to lifestyle runners chasing personal milestones, the event blends world-class competition with an unforgettable community experience.
Eastern Province Athletics (EPA) continues its role as implementing agent, working closely with the Municipality to deliver a seamless and safe event. The race also forms part of the broader Nelson Mandela Bay Legacy Project (NMBLP), launched in 2014 to revitalise athletics and create development pathways for local talent to compete against national and international athletes.
Charmaine Williams, NMBM Director for Sport, Recreation and Culture, shared the city’s readiness:
"We are pleased that this event has grown. We’ve been working behind the scenes to prepare and make sure we host an incident-free event. Looking at the numbers, the race is sold out with 4,500 registered participants—a huge increase from last year’s 2,000. I can confidently say we are ready to welcome athletes and enthusiasts who will be all out to enjoy the event.”
With its spectacular scenery, professional organisation, and a passionate community, Nelson Mandela Bay is fast becoming South Africa’s ultimate destination for multi-sport events and inclusive athletic development.
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