Thursday, 20 August 2026
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New route and exciting prizes await participants
The event of the year has arrived MARTI WILL The countdown is on to the 24th Mediclinic Vista Road Race, with organisers and Mediclinic staff putting the final preparations in place ahead of Saturday’s event on 22 August.
Left to keep spewing filth This serious health hazard of overflowing raw sewage in the circle at the Voortrekker Bridge over the Sand in Virginia has been present for the last six months. The situation has not yet been given any attention despite the community reporting it to the authorities. Tshediso Tlali, spokesperson for the Matjhabeng Local Municipality, says he will engage with technical services to attend to this problem. PHOTO: Marti Will
Hosted in celebration of Women’s Month, the event will bring runners, families and supporters together for a day of sport and community spirit. Hilde du Plessis, chairperson of the Eskom Athletic Club FS and event director, says organisers are ready to welcome participants to this year’s race. One of the highlights of this year’s event is a new, flat and fast route, designed to cater for runners of different abilities. Participants can choose between the 1,6 km, 5 km and 10 km events, with both fun-run and timed race options available. A special gold celebration medal awaits participants at the finish line. Pre-entries can be completed manually on Thursday 20 August and Friday 21 August, from 13:00 to 18:00. Late entries will be accepted on the morning of the event. The entry point is at Virgin Active Welkom, where forms are available. Participants who entered online can also collect their race packs at the designated entry point. The race will also reward participants with a range of prizes under the theme “Strive with Pride – Celebrating Every Achievement.” Prize money, unique Pro-Lacer Cut trophies and lucky-draw prizes will be up for grabs. Lucky-draw prizes include tablets, a laptop and a sound speaker. Special recognition will also be given to
The Welkom Mediclinic management and staff members are ready for the 24th Mediclinic Vista Road Race to be hosted in less than 48 hours on Saturday 22 August. From the left are Dolly Levulo (professional nurse and wellness ambassador), Dietsiso Mantswelengswe (assistant intern), Marissa Pawson (manager for client services), Reitumetse Motsami (human resources intern),Telang Mohlahnyane (pharmacy store coordinator and wellness ambassador), Tania Palvie (human resources business partner) and Tuimi Bochelli (human resources practioner – business enablement). PHOTO: Supplied
various categories and age groups, celebrating the speed, strength and commitment of runners on race day. Participants can look forward to support along the route, with 15 water points providing water and soft drinks. Mascots and company brands will add to the atmosphere, while sponsors, stakeholders and partners will be introduced at 12:00. The women’s fun run of 5 km will take place at 12:30, followed by the open 5 km for men and women. The open 10 km event will follow, with the champions expected to meet at 14:00. Participants are encouraged to run,
walk, jog or stroll while supporting the event’s community initiatives and beneficiaries, including CANSA, Charlotte Maxeke Haven, the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) and Engo. With a new route, exciting prizes, extensive water-point support and a strong community focus, organisers are calling on residents to get involved. Run with passion, race with purpose – whether you walk, stroll, jog or run, you are a champion at the 2026 Mediclinic Vista Road Race. For further information dial 072 499 2602, 072 054 3658 or 057 357 1335/6.
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