2025
Slave Route Challenge
Organised by Itheko SAC
Last updated 25 Jun 2026
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About this event
Cape Town, are you ready? The Slave Route Challenge 2025 is back on Sunday, 1 June, offering a race like no other! This isn’t just about running - it's about retracing history, embracing heritage, and experiencing the city in a powerful way.
Wind through the Castle of Good Hope, District Six, the Company Gardens and take on the ultimate test—Koesister Hill (Pentz Street) in the Bo Kaap! Push your limits, claim your bragging rights, and cross the finish line to earn a well-deserved medal.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
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| Half-Marathon | Sold out | — | — | Road | 07:00 | 10:30 | |||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | Sold out | — | — | Road | 07:30 | 09:30 | |||||||||||||
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| 10km Big Walk | Sold out | — | — | Walk | 07:30 | — | |||||||||||||
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| 5km Fun Run | Sold out | — | — | Run / Walk | 07:40 | — | |||||||||||||
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Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
Featured race
Midrand Striders Chamberlain Country Classic
Route maps & elevation
Route maps and elevation profiles.
Half-Marathon
10km Big Walk
5km Fun Run
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Cape Town City Hall, Darling Street
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Organiser
Zarina Meyer Brewer
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