South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
Sat, 27 Jun 2026
Start 07:00
Verified
2026
Road
ASA · LIMA
ART Youth Challenge
Organised by Nkowankowa Athletics Club
Verified 20 May 2026 · Last updated 10 Jun 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Road Mile
Verified — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 ART Youth Challenge will take place Saturday, 27 June 2026 from 07:00, at Letaba Estates, Nkowankowa in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. Distances include a 21km, 10km, 5km and 2km races.
This exciting event offers a variety of race categories. The route takes you through scenic citrus orchards, fresh countryside air, and crosses the Great Letaba River, all on a tarred road and some smooth gravel, providing an enjoyable and safe environment for runners of all levels. The course is primarily flat with a few gentle hills and descents, perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
27 Jun 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | |||||||||||||
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| Half-Marathon | ZAR 250 | ZAR 60 | Road | 07:00 | — | ||||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | ZAR 180 | ZAR 60 | Road | 07:00 | — | ||||||||||||||
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| 5km Race | ZAR 80 | — | Road | 07:30 | — | ||||||||||||||
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| 1 Mile | ZAR 80 | ZAR 60 | Road | 07:40 | — | ||||||||||||||
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Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Download the official event flyer
Entries close 17 Jun 2026 or when sold out.
Entries via Entry Ninja
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Start
Letaba Estates, Nkowankowa, Tzaneen
Finish
Letaba Estates, Nkowankowa, Tzaneen
Resources
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Letaba Estates, Nkowankowa
Contact the organiser
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