Overview

About this event

The 2026 Prince Mangosuthu Ultra Marathon took place on Sunday, 16 August 2026, at Kalis Stadium in Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal. Distances were 52km, 10km and 5km. Official results have been published by the timekeeper.

Named in honor of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, this ultra-marathon is more than just a race - it’s a journey through history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re pushing your limits in the ultra-distance or enjoying the scenic shorter routes, this event offers something for every runner.

Races

Distances & fees

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

Sunday 16 Aug 2026

Distance	Entry Fee	Temp Licence	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Ultra Marathon	ZAR 200	—	Road	05:30	12:30
Finishers 111 Minimum age 20 years
10km Race	ZAR 100	ZAR 60	Road	06:30	—
Finishers 234 Minimum age 14 years
5km Fun Walk	ZAR 50	—	Run / Walk	08:00	—
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.

Downloads

Resources

• Event flyer (208.49 KB)

Press

Press & Review

Independent reviews and coverage of this event.

The Running Mann

Prince Mangosuthu Ultra (The Dundee double) - The Running Mann

The Prince Mangosuthu Ultra Marathon provided a return to Dundee and a chance to redeem myself on the Battlefields of Kwazulu Natal.

Read the full review on The Running Mann

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

Kalis Stadium

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Organiser

Siyabonga Ngobese

[email protected] +27833778959

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History

Past editions

Previous edition: 2025

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