{"id":51392,"date":"2023-07-11T14:08:21","date_gmt":"2023-07-11T12:08:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=51392"},"modified":"2023-07-11T14:08:21","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T12:08:21","slug":"feel-the-rhythm-of-tshwane-at-the-absa-run-your-city-tshwane-10k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/feel-the-rhythm-of-tshwane-at-the-absa-run-your-city-tshwane-10k\/","title":{"rendered":"Feel the Rhythm of Tshwane at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The inaugural Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K<\/strong> will create an unparalleled atmosphere with a fantastic line-up of Route Entertainment on Sunday 27 August 2023.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience with its incorporation of Tshwane’s iconic landmarks and scenic routes,\u201d says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cFrom start to finish, participants will be captivated by the vibrant Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series atmosphere filled with music, dance, and lively performances by Tshwane\u2019s leading performing arts groups. The on-route entertainment, featuring talented dancers, musicians, and cultural performers, will create a touch of magic along the route while leaving lasting memories.”<\/p>\n

In closing Meyer adds: \u201cIn addition to the thrilling live entertainment on-route, participants can expect an array of exciting sponsor\/partner activations that will enhance the atmosphere of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K. The Absa High 5 Zone, PUMA Forever Faster 100, DHL Mile, CHERY Cheer Zone, and Woolies Dash are just a few of the fantastic activations that will add to the excitement. Look out for additional activations from renowned brands such as Coca-Cola, Avalanche Bicycles, Garmin, and Heineken. We invite all runners and walkers to put on their running shoes and get ready to experience the perfect fusion of athleticism and exhilarating entertainment.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited and looking forward to a fun-filled 10k race in Tshwane. Participants will get to experience different elements, including the warm-up zone that will be located within the athlete-holding area. Our MC and dancers will facilitate the fun warm-up and interact with the runners before the race starts. Along the route, the runners will come across our Absa encouragement zone, where our colleagues and dancers will be cheering them on as they continue to tackle the race. Runners that joined Team Absa Walk Run on Strava will get access to the Absa grab-and-go hospitality area after the race,\u201d said Absa\u2019s Group Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer, Sydney Mbhele<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Feel the Rhythm of Tshwane at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>:\u00a0 2023 Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Date:<\/strong><\/td>\nSunday 27 August 2023<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start Time:<\/strong><\/td>\n08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Start & Finish Venue:<\/strong><\/td>\nUnion Buildings (Government Ave,\u00a0Pretoria)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Licenced Runners R240.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Non Licenced Runner R240.00 plus Temp Licence R50.00<\/p>\n

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Standard Entry Includes<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Event Performance T-shirt<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Peak Cap<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Drawstring Bag<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Socks<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Shoelaces<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DHL Water Bottle<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Race Number with Timing Chip<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sponsor Route Entertainment Points<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Route Entertainment Points<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x Refreshment Stations on Route<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tog Bag Drop and Collect Service<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Finisher\u2019s Medal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>When entering the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K<\/strong> online, runners and walkers can choose to support three local charities: Reach for A Dream<\/u>, Cotlands <\/u>and the Tshwane SPCA<\/u>.<\/p>\n

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PRIZE PURSE<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series <\/strong>boasts an impressive, combined Prize Purse of R 1\u00a0560\u00a0000.00<\/strong> in 2023. Each of the five events will be assigned R312\u00a0000.00 in prize money of which R252\u00a0000.00 will be allocated towards the Open Category (R126 000.00 going to Top 10 Open Men\u2019s and R126 000.00 to Top 10 Open Women\u2019s), and R60\u00a0000 towards Age Categories (Junior, 40 \u2013 49, 50 \u2013 59, 60 \u2013 69 and 70+ Age Categories). To view the prize purse breakdown please visit https:\/\/runyourcityseries.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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WIN A CHERY TIGGO 4 PRO URBAN VEHICLE<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>One lucky entrant will go home with a stylish Chery <\/strong>Tiggo 4 Pro Urban Vehicle <\/strong>valued at over R308\u00a0900.00 compliments of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series<\/strong> and event partners Chery<\/strong> South Africa<\/strong> and Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance<\/strong>. To be in the running to win this fantastic prize the following three boxes need to be ticked: you need to enter the event (and pay the entry fee), collect your race number (during the stipulated race pack collection times) and be on the start line on event day.<\/p>\n

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Facebook: <\/strong>@Tshwane10K<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong> @Tshwane10k<\/p>\n

Hashtag:\u00a0 <\/strong>#RunYourCity #AbsaRunYourCity<\/p>\n

Websites:<\/strong>\u00a0 www.runyourcityseries.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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About Absa <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Absa Group is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa\u2019s largest diversified financial services groups.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n

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<\/em> www.absa.africa<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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About the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

A proudly South African mass participation road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been r<\/em>evolutionizing the sport since 2015.\u00a0 A <\/em>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<\/em> (launched in 2017), <\/em>Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K (launched in 2023) and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K (launched in 2016).<\/em><\/p>\n

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. <\/em>For further information please visit https:\/\/runyourcityseries.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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