Jozi runners and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Team together with event sponsors and partners will unite at a rewarding 'City Clean-Up' at Absa Towers West on Saturday, 21 September 2024, between 08:30 – 10:00 in the buildup to the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K, South Africa's biggest Heritage Day celebration.
The Joburg City Clean-Up is a community-driven activity that is run by event sponsors and the organising team. Residents and runners are invited to come together and help clean up the streets of Johannesburg. The activity is a great way for participants to show their support for the city, contribute to a cleaner environment, and get involved in the excitement leading up to race day.
“We couldn’t ask for a better way to wrap up a spectacular 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series season than on National Heritage Day,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder. “In 2024, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K marks its 7th anniversary, and for the first time, an event in our series has sold out almost three weeks before race day. We’re thrilled by the support. To celebrate and give back, we’re excited to host a fun ‘City Clean-Up’ the Saturday before the event. This initiative allows Jozi residents to help keep their city beautiful while enjoying a morning with fellow runners and supporters of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series.”
"The City Clean-Up is a fantastic way to get the community involved while building excitement for the upcoming race," adds Meyer. "It's open to everyone, with no registration needed. Just arrive at the venue on the morning of the Clean-Up, and our team will be there to welcome you. We'll provide gloves and bags for all participants, and once we are done, Absa will treat volunteers to a delicious breakfast pack. We can’t wait to partner with Jozi residents on Saturday, 21 September, as we work together to make the city shine for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K."
“Leading into the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K, we celebrate our final 'City Clean-Up' of the series, uniting Johannesburg residents in a mission to restore our vibrant city's beauty. This initiative embodies the spirit of community engagement and sets the stage for an exhilarating race day,” said Jabulile Nsibanyoni, Head of Sponsorships, Brand, and Marketing. She emphasised, “The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series transcends beyond the race, reflecting our unwavering dedication to making a meaningful community impact. Let’s join hands to keep Jozi clean and elevate the race experience for all!”
EVENT INFORMATION: JOBURG CITY CLEAN-UP
EVENT INFORMATION: 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
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.
WIN A CAR: All entrants of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K will have the exciting chance to win a brand-new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT Vehicle valued from R279 000. To qualify for a chance to win this incredible prize, runners need to complete three simple steps: first, register for the event and pay the entry fee; second, collect your race number during the designated race pack collection times; and finally, ensure you're on the start line on event day. The winner will be announced before the start of the race.
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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/
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