Overview

About this event

The 2025 Harry Gwala District Marathon took place on Sunday, 23 March 2025, at Umzimkhulu TVET College in Ixopo, KwaZulu-Natal. Distances were 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km and 5km. Official results have been published by the timekeeper.

Get ready to push your limits at the Harry Gwala District Marathon 2025, an exciting road race through the scenic landscapes of KwaZulu-Natal!

This annual marathon attracts runners from across South Africa and beyond, offering a challenging yet rewarding course through the heart of the Harry Gwala District.

Races

Distances & fees

Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.

Sunday 23 Mar 2025

Distance	Entry Fee	Temp Licence	Great Grand Masters	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Marathon	ZAR 350	—	Free	Road	06:00	12:00
Minimum age 20 years
Half-Marathon	ZAR 300	ZAR 100	Free	Road	06:30	—
Minimum age 16 years
10km Race	ZAR 250	ZAR 80	Free	Run / Walk	06:45	—
Minimum age 14 years
5km Fun Run	ZAR 100	—	Free	Run / Walk	07:00	—
Minimum age 9 years

Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.

Course

Route maps & elevation

Route maps and elevation profiles.

Marathon (42.2 km)

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

Umzimkhulu TVET College

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Contact

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Organiser

Themba Gumede

[email protected] +27729488779

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History

Past editions

Previous edition: 2024

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