More Than a Medal – The Story Behind the 2026 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Medal and New Logo
There is a moment at the end of every marathon that no finish time can fully capture. The moment the…
Apr. 17, 2026
A British Icon Heads to Cape Town: David Weir’s Next Challenge
David Weir did not grow up dreaming of wheelchair racing. He grew up dreaming of sport, any sport, and wheelchair…
Apr. 02, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
A Multiple Major Champion Heads to Cape Town: Manuela Schär’s Next Start Line
Manuela Schär has spent most of her life in motion. Long before she became one of the most accomplished wheelchair…
Mar. 30, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Celebrates 60 Days to Race Day by Unveiling Strongest Field and Increased Prize Purse
Cape Town, South Africa – The deepest, fastest field ever assembled for an African marathon will line up in the 2026…
Mar. 25, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Renata Bossi
Eliud Kipchoge Announces Sanlam Cape Town Marathon as First Stop on His World Tour
Today marks an exciting moment as Eliud Kipchoge announces that the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon will serve as the opening…
Mar. 09, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Renata Bossi
Smart Start: Two Start Areas and a Five-Wave System for 2026
The 2026 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon will feature two distinct start areas and a structured five-wave system, developed as part…
Mar. 03, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
History of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has a longer history than many might think, thanks to being held at different venues,…
Feb. 13, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
Sanlam renews title sponsorship of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon through to 2030
Sanlam and the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon today confirmed the renewal of Sanlam’s title sponsorship for a further five years,…
Feb. 11, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Renata Bossi
Road to Africa’s 1st Major Continues: Taking Stock for 2026
You know that feeling when you’re running the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, the finish line in sight, the blue carpet…
Jan. 30, 2026
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
Candidacy Club – Updated Qualification Details
As the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon continues its journey toward becoming Africa’s first Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) event, we…
Nov. 06, 2025
Elroy Gelant, AUTHOR - Kendra Stewart
2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon News
Read The Digital Athlete Guide 2022
The 2022 edition of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon’s digital athlete guide is out. Read it for all you need…
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Oct. 15, 2022
The Spectator’s Guide for the 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
One of the biggest springtime events in the Mother City is the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, when thousands of runners…
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Oct. 15, 2022
Park and Ride, or Park and Walk to the Marathon Start
Book Your Park & Ride or Park & Walk Ticket. Marathon road closures will result in little to no access…
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Sep. 21, 2022
The Running Tree Campaign
As part of our efforts to become the first African Abbott World Marathon Major, the 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon…
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Sep. 07, 2022
#Medals2Medal
As part of our carbon-neutral initiatives, the 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon and Peace Run medals will be fashioned from…
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Sep. 07, 2022
Stephen Mokoka to defend his Sanlam Cape Town Marathon title
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon defending champion and record holder Stephen Mokoka, and SA National Marathon champion Jenet Mbhele were unveiled…
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Sep. 06, 2022
Tuesday Time Trials
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon expands on its complimentary Cape Town and Johannesburg ‘Track Thursdays’ offering by launching Tuesday Time…
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Jul. 28, 2022
Saturday Long Runs
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon expands on its complimentary Cape Town and Johannesburg Track Thursdays offering by launching Saturday Long…
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Jul. 28, 2022
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon’s revised route gets go-ahead
(Cape Town, 28 July 2022) – The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon’s revised marathon route has received the green light from…
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Jul. 28, 2022
Without further ado, we present the 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Route!
In celebration of the 80-day countdown to race day, it brings us great joy to share the Official 2022 Sanlam…
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Jul. 28, 2022
Virgin Active partners with Faces – elevates 2022 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon experience
Leading exercise and wellness brand, Virgin Active partners with Faces, and has teamed up with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon…
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Jul. 07, 2022
Chaeli’s Journey to the Start
Adapt and overcome. “Often the biggest challenge is getting to the start.” Chaeli Mycroft is no stranger to adversity and…
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Jun. 27, 2022
Your Technical Marathon Race T-shirt, brought to you by adidas
Thanks to our Technical Partner, adidas, we’ve got something special waiting for you at registration. Every marathon runner will receive…
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Jun. 27, 2022
Elite athlete wheelchair race Ambassador – Ernst Van Dyk
Ambassador. Paralympic Gold Medalist. 12 Time Abbott World Marathon Majors Champion. Order of Ikhamanga recipient for exceptional achievement. 2006 Prestigious…
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Jun. 24, 2022
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon confirms elite wheelchair race with Ernst van Dyk as ambassador
(Cape Town, 20 June 2022) – Paralympian, world champion, and 10-time Boston Marathon wheelchair race winner, Ernst van Dyk, has…
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Jun. 20, 2022
Track Thursdays
As part of our pursuit to help runners of all fitness levels improve their performance, technique, and speed in preparation…
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Jun. 20, 2022
First-time female Marathoner campaign by adidas
We all know that when we put our minds to it, Impossible is Nothing. This year, our technical partners, adidas…
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Jun. 15, 2022
Lydia Simiyu hopes to become an African Champion
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2021 marked elite Kenyan-runner Lydia Simiyu’s debut marathon race. Only 25 years old, Lydia shares…
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Jun. 15, 2022
All proceeds from entries received on the 1st of June
In our most recent collaboration with Primedia, we’re excited to announce that all proceeds from entries received on the 1st…
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May. 31, 2022
Why Run For The Oceans?
The Run for The Oceans Challenge by adidas and Parley In line with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathons sustainable campaigns,…
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May. 18, 2022
Did you miss our first Roadshow of 2022?
Have a look to see what transpired at our first roadshow of 2022. The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon team presented…
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May. 13, 2022
adidas outlines its commitment to running at the 1st Sanlam Cape Town Marathon race update of 2022
25 March 2022 New technical sponsor adidas, hosted the first race update of 2022 at its new V&A Waterfront store…
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Mar. 25, 2022
There’s a brand new route in town
We’ll be launching a new and improved route fit for the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Designed to meet the high…
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Mar. 10, 2022
Guaranteed entry to the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
All international marathon runners participating in any Sanlam Cape Town Marathon during the candidacy period starting this year will be…
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Mar. 10, 2022
Ready, Set, Run – The Two Peak
Cape Town Trail Marathon 2022 is excited to hit the trails for this year’s 2nd inaugural race (October 15th). In…
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Mar. 01, 2022
With confidence
This is our first year of assessment as an Abbott World Marathon Majors. Naturally, the critical requirements to meet the…
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Feb. 28, 2022
Some big changes are on the way.
Get ready for a brand-new route this New Year. We’re on our way to reaching Abbott World Marathon Majors status…
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Dec. 15, 2021
We’re en route to the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is in the running for Abbott World Marathon Majors status. To kick off this incredible…
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Dec. 15, 2021
Mother City ready to roll out blue carpet for Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
(Cape Town, 11 October 2021) – Mass participation sport is back. The City of Cape Town will roll out the…
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Oct. 11, 2021
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon marks return to mass participation events
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has given the organisers of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon approval to stage…
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Sep. 15, 2021
Mokoka, Steyn headline 2021 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Field
Course Record Holder and 2018 winner, Stephen Mokoka and SA Marathon Record Holder, Gerda Steyn were unveiled today as the…
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Sep. 15, 2021
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon announced as an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has officially been confirmed as an Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) candidate race – the…
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Aug. 24, 2021
Planning full steam ahead for Sanlam Cape Town Marathon – with major safety adjustments
The organisers of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon have confirmed that the planning for the event is full steam ahead…
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Aug. 10, 2021