South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Date
Sat, 3 Oct 2026
Start 06:00
2026
Road
ASA · KZNA
Prof. Otty Nxumalo Marathon
Organised by Inkamana Athletics Club
Last updated 5 Oct 2026
Marathon
Half Marathon
10km
5km
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About this event
The 2026 Prof. Otty Nxumalo Marathon took place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, at Abaqulusi Plaza in Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal. Distances were 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km and 5km. Results are available on RunningCalendar. It was a qualifying event for both the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon.
In 2026, this event has a new home at Abaqulusi Plaza, in the heart of Vryheid. The race route will take you on a tour of Vryheid town. Whilst on the 42.2 km route, you will catch sight of Inkamana Abbey's memorable architecture and the scenic Klipfontein Dam. Whether you run in a group or prefer a solitary run, this race will definitely give you an enjoyable moment on the road.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
3 Oct 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Grand Masters | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | ||||||||||||
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| Marathon | ZAR 300 | — | ZAR 250 | Road | 06:00 | — | |||||||||||||
Comrades
Two Oceans
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| Half-Marathon | ZAR 240 | ZAR 100 | ZAR 190 | Road | 06:00 | — | |||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | ZAR 160 | ZAR 70 | ZAR 110 | Road | 06:20 | — | |||||||||||||
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| 5km Fun Run | ZAR 100 | — | ZAR 40 | Run / Walk | 06:20 | — | |||||||||||||
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Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Abaqulusi Plaza
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Organiser
Inkamana Athletics Club
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