Solomon Mahlangu Half Marathon | 2026
Event information
Run the Solomon Mahlangu Half-Marathon in Kwaggafontein on 3 Oct 2026. Choose 21.1km, 10km or 5km for a great Mpumalanga race day.
About Solomon Mahlangu Half Marathon | 2026
The Solomon Mahlangu Half-Marathon 2026 takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, at Kwaggafontein Stadium in Kwaggafontein, Mpumalanga. Organised by Thembisile Athletics Club, this road running event offers athletes, recreational runners and families a morning of racing and community spirit.
🌅 Participants can choose from a 21.1km Half-Marathon, 10km Road Race and 5km Fun Run/Walk. All three distances start at 06:30, giving runners of different fitness levels the opportunity to take part in the same energetic race-day atmosphere.
🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees
| DistanceEntry FeeTemp LicenceStart Time | |||
| 21.1km Half-Marathon | R200 | R50 | 06:30 |
| 10km Road Race | R120 | R50 | 06:30 |
| 5km Fun Run / Walk | R60 | — | 06:30 |
The minimum ages are 16 years for the 21.1km, 14 years for the 10km and 9 years for the 5km. Temporary ASA licences apply to runners who are not members of an affiliated running club.
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026
Venue: Kwaggafontein Stadium
Location: Kwaggafontein, Mpumalanga
Organiser: Thembisile Athletics Club
Start Time: 06:30
Distances: 21.1km, 10km & 5km
Race-Day Entries: Not available
✨ What to Expect
🏃 Three distances catering to competitive and recreational runners.
🚶 A 5km fun run/walk for participants looking for a shorter challenge.
🌄 A community road race in the heart of Mpumalanga.
👟 Online pre-entry is required, as entries will not be available on race day.
🌟 Take on the Solomon Mahlangu Half-Marathon
Whether you're targeting a strong half-marathon performance, chasing a fast 10km or enjoying the 5km with friends and family, the Solomon Mahlangu Half-Marathon 2026 offers a welcoming morning of road running in Kwaggafontein.