Durbanites are invited to join eight exciting PUMA NITRO™ RUNS in the buildup to the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K that is set to return to the vibrant city on Sunday, 7 July 2024.
“We are thrilled to invite runners from Durban to participate in eight exciting PUMA NITRO™ RUNS. These runs provide a special chance for runners to try out PUMA’s latest range of running shoes while setting the stage for an exhilarating buildup to the main event,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder. “Participants can look forward to connecting with fellow runners, while getting to know the organizing team, and soaking up the energy of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series. What makes these runs extra impressive is that PUMA’s technical team will be available to provide personalized advice on selecting the best shoe for your unique running style.”
“The PUMA NITRO™ RUNS are open and free to all runners, whether you’re affiliated with a club or not,” adds Meyer. “We invite all runners and walkers to join us for a lively 5km run in your city as we prepare for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K. Join us as we #RunYourCity together!”
EVENT INFORMATION: PUMA NITRO™ RUNS
| DEMO RUN | DATE | TIME | HOST | VENUE/ADDRESS |
| 1 | Saturday, 01 June 2024 | 07h00 | Phoenix Villagers Athletics Club | 9 Pandora Street, Starwood, Phoenix (Next To Car Wash) |
| 2 | Thursday, 06 June 2024 | 17h30 | Run Boss Glenore Centre /Craig Woods | 36 Park Drive, Durban North (Outside Spar) |
| 3 | Thursday, 20 June 2024 | 17h30 | Justin Birchir & Associates | Hillcrest (2a Hudson Bennett Cres, St Helier, Hillcrest, 3610) |
| 4 | Saturday 22 June 2024 | 07h00 | Newton Track Club | Daily Dose Coffee Shop, 6 Durban View Road, Umhlanga Dd Café, 23 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga |
| 5 | Thursday 27 June 2024 | 17h30 | Westville Sports Club | 123 Maryvale Road, Westville |
| 6 | Sunday, 30 June 2024 | 07h00 | Poobie Naidoos Sports | Kensington Mall, Durban North, 53 Adelaide Thambo Drive |
| 7 | Tuesday, 02 July 2024 | 16h30 | Suncoast Durban | Outside Beach Entrance |
| 8 | Friday, 5 July 2024 | 16h30 | Suncoast Durban | Outside Beach Entrance |
EVENT INFORMATION: 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
| COMPLETED / Sunday 07 April 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K Men’s Winner: Vincent Kibet Langat (Kenya) 28:01 Women’s Winner: Diana Chepkorir (Kenya) 31:15 |
| COMPLETED / Sunday 12 May 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K Men’s Winner: Vincent Kibet Langat (Kenya) 27:52 Women’s Winner: Diana Chepkorir (Kenya) 31:47 |
| Sunday 07 July 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K |
| Start Venue: Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (MY) | |
| Finish Venue: Durban Beachfront (Golden Mile) | |
| Start Time: 08:00 | |
| Entry Fee: Licenced Runners: R 245.00 Temp Licence: R50.00 Standard Entry Includes: Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Event Performance T-shirt Absa Drawstring Bag Absa Peak Cap Absa Socks Race Number with Timing Chip Amazing Sponsor Route Entertainment Points Lively Route Entertainment Points 2 x Refreshment Stations on Route Tog Bag Drop and Collect Service Pre and Post Event Entertainment Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K Finisher’s Medal | |
| Sunday 25 August 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K |
| Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K |
EXCITING NEWS: In 2024, each of the five Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series events will showcase unique, city-specific medals, adding a personalized touch to the participant experience reflective of the host city’s essence and character.
CHARITY SUPPORT: The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has welcomed the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) as the official charity of the entire series of events in 2024. A non-profit leader in the fight against cancer since 1931, CANSA enables research, educates the public and advocates for and supports all people affected by cancer, while leading SA towards a cancer-free society. When entering an Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series event online, runners can show their support by donating towards CANSA.
Facebook: @Gqeberha10k / @CapeTown10k / @Durban10k / @Tshwane10k / @Joburg10k
Instagram: @Gqeberha10k / @CapeTown10k / @Durban10k / @Tshwane10k / @Joburg10k
Hashtag: #RunYourCity #AbsaRunYourCity
Websites: www.runyourcityseries.com
About Absa
Absa Group is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups.
Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance.
Absa operates in fourteen countries. The Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in Namibia and Nigeria, and securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States. For further information about Absa Group Limited, please visit www.absa.africa
About the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
A proudly South African mass participation road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been revolutionizing the sport since 2015. A road running celebration like no other, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series comprises five unique events namely the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K (launched in 2023), Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K (launched in 2015), the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K (launched in 2017), Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K (launched in 2023) and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K (launched in 2016).
A diverse road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series integrates businesses, families, investment in community, world class achievement and fun for all participants. For further information please visit https://runyourcityseries.com/
