Sasolburg – The 30th Sasol Sasolburg Marathon is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 29 March 2024.
This fast and flat marathon is a qualifying event for the Comrades, drawing over 3,000 runners from both South Africa and beyond each year.
On Thursday, 20 February 2025, Ntokozo Gcabashe, Senior Vice President at Sasol’s Sasolburg and Natref Operations, remarked, “Sasol is immensely proud to sponsor the cherished Sasol Sasolburg Marathon for three decades.”
Gcabashe further noted, “Our dedication to enhancing people’s lives is reflected in our sponsorships, which help us nurture potential and uplift communities.”
“By backing local events such as the Sasol Marathon, we invite both professional and amateur athletes from all over South Africa and neighboring regions to engage with our local community through competition.”
The marathon route begins at the DP de Villiers Stadium in Sasolburg, weaving through the Sasol One factory, Highveld Garden, and picturesque residential neighborhoods.
Runners can anticipate refreshment stations every 3 km, providing revitalizing drinks and snacks, manned by Sasol employees and local businesses.
The 42.2 km and 21.1 km races will kick off at 06:00 in front of DP de Villiers Stadium, while the 10 km race is set to commence at 06:15. The 5 km fun run will start a bit later at 06:30.
Awards will be distributed at 10:00 in the stadium.
The male and female champions of the 42.2 km race will each win R2,500, while first-place winners for the 21.1 km and 10 km races will receive R1,500 and R500, respectively.
Prizes will be awarded in various categories, spanning from Open to 70+.
Pre-registrations for the 42.2 km, 21.1 km, and 10 km races can be completed online at www.entryninja.com until 24 March 2025, or late entries can be submitted at the stadium on Friday from 13:00 – 18:00, or Saturday morning from 04:30 – 05:30.
Entry fees are set at R280 for the 42.2 km marathon, R180 for the 21.1 km half marathon, and R100 for the 10 km race.
Participants should be aware that a temporary license must be acquired online along with their entry for R70.
The first 500 participants to register online will receive Sasol Sasolburg 2024 Marathon T-shirts.
Individuals interested in the fun run can also register online, with late entries being accepted on event day.
The entry fee for the fun run is R50.
Participants need to be at least 20 years old for the marathon, 16 for the half marathon, and 14 for the 10 km race.
All entrants must present a valid ID, driver’s license, passport, or birth certificate (for those under 18), along with their banking details at the event.
Every runner who finishes their race within the allotted cut-off times will earn a medal.
Athletes are given 6 hours to complete the 42.2 km, 3 hours for the 21.1 km, 2 hours for the 10 km, and 1 hour for the fun run.
“To ensure the safety of all runners and the public, road users should be advised that the Sasol Marathon will be taking place on the streets of Sasolburg,” Gcabashe mentioned.
“We kindly urge drivers to adhere to instructions from marshals and traffic officials from the Metsimaholo Local Municipality, who will be on-site to support athletes and minimize disruptions for motorists.”
“Sasol extends its gratitude to the Sasolburg community, the participating athletes, and our partners, the Sasolburg Athletics Club and Athletics Free State, who play a key role in making the Sasol Marathon a success.”
For further details regarding the marathon, please reach out to the race organiser at 073 339 6809 or visit www.entryninja.com.
