Overview

About this event

The 2026 Mandela Day Walk & Run took place Sunday, 19 July 2026 from 07:30, at DP World Wanderers Stadium in Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa. Distances included a 21km, 10km and 5km races.

The Mandela Day Walk and Run Johannesburg 2026 is more than just a race - it's a celebration of unity, purpose, wellness, and the enduring legacy of Nelson Mandela.

Inspired by Madiba's famous walks through the streets of Houghton, this iconic Johannesburg event invites South Africans from all walks of life to quite literally walk in the footsteps of Tata Madiba.

Races

Distances & fees

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

Sunday 19 Jul 2026

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Half-Marathon	ZAR 220	Road	07:30	—
Minimum age 16 years
10km Race	ZAR 170	Run / Walk	07:30	—
Minimum age 14 years
5km Fun Run	ZAR 120	Run / Walk	07:45	—
Minimum age 9 years

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Midrand Striders Chamberlain Country Classic

30 Aug 2026 First start 06:30 Kyalami Corner

Half Marathon 10km 5km

Entry from R100 Save Open race

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DP World Wanderers Stadium

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Mandela Rememberance Walk

[email protected] +27832991412

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History

Past editions

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