Overview

About this event

The 2026 Tom Jenkins Challenge with Discovery Vitality takes place on Saturday, 14 November 2026, from 06:00, at Union Buildings in Pretoria, Gauteng. Distances are 21.1km, 10km and 5km. Online entries are open.

Races

Distances & fees

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

Saturday 14 Nov 2026

Distance	Entry Fee	Grand Masters	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Half-Marathon	ZAR 273	Free	Road	06:00	—
Minimum age 16 years
10km Road Race	ZAR 164	Free	Road	06:00	—
Minimum age 14 years
5km Fun Run	ZAR 109	Free	Run / Walk	06:15	—
Minimum age 9 years

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Entry

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On the day

Race Day Information

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Start Union Buildings, Government Ave, Pretoria Click for directions

Finish Union Buildings, Government Ave, Pretoria Click for directions

Pets

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Where

Location

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Union Buildings, Government Ave

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Contact

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Organiser

James Matshekga

[email protected] +27825661595

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History

Past editions

Previous edition: 2025

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