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IT'S ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR THE COLCHESTER DEVELOPMENT RUN

Published: January 23, 2025

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IT’S ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR THE COLCHESTER DEVELOPMENT RUN

It’s all systems go for the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality sponsored 9th edition of the Colchester Development Run over 10km and 5km that will be held this Saturday,
25 January 2025. Hundreds of runners and enthusiasts are expected to attend this family fine vibe race day. This race falls under the Legacy Project Events supported
by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, organised by Eastern Province Athletics(EPA).

The race is a development initiative that offers free entry to up and coming junior athletes, who are the future stars. It forms part of the Metro’s agenda of promoting the
sport of athletics to the youth, focusing more on the areas previously excluded. 

The Colchester Development Run has produced a number of athletes like Sinawo Poti, who won the 5km race at the age of 15. 
Poti is now a prominent competitiveathlete who finished amongst the top 5 overall last year. 

The organisers are confident that the event will be a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants, and they can confirm that all the necessary preparations,
including safety, have been put in place. Race Director Micheal Mbambani says: "We have confirmed the course route, arranged for sufficient volunteer support, coordinated
with a medical team that will be on standby, and Traffic Services to ensure a safe and successful event.”

As expressed by Cllr Bongekile Mankahla, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture, "this event aligns with our vision to promote a
healthy, active, connected community, and economic growth, showcasing our City as a sporting destination of note. We look forward to a successful and enjoyable event.”

The LOC is targeting 1000 entries for the event and appeal to clubs and individuals to support the event. They expect a great turnout and performance from athletes on a
route that is considered a fast route. Junior athletes enter for free, and it will once again be interesting to see the juniors giving their best.

"The Colchester event always has a good atmosphere and we expect clubs to come out with their club gazebos and enjoy the experience,” she says.

Entries have been open since December 2024 and they are still open for people to register. The targeted number for entries is 1000, and as per the records today,
Thursday, 23 January 2025 more than 600 entries have been recorded. 

They can register only on www.webtickets.co.za and manual entries can be handed in at Brian Bands Sports, Sportsman Warehouse William Moffett or UD Sport in
Uitenhage.

There is good prize money for competition runners, starting from junior runners up to 80 years plus.

Ends.

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