Overview

About this event

The 2023 Nelson Mandela Bay Choose to Challenge took place Saturday, 5 August 2023 from 07:00, at Cilliè High School, c/o Sydenham Rd & Ambrose Street in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Distances included a 10km and 5km races.

In recognition of Womens Day on the 9th of August, we challenge you to celebrate women's achievements and thereby help create an inclusive world. From challenge comes change. 

Races

Distances & fees

Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.

Saturday 5 Aug 2023

Distance	Entry Fee	Temp Licence	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
10km Race	ZAR 100	ZAR 40	Road	07:00	08:40
Minimum age 14 years
5km Fun Run	ZAR 30	—	Run / Walk	07:10	08:40
Minimum age 9 years

Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

Cilliè High School, c/o Sydenham Rd & Ambrose Street

Contact

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History

Past editions

Previous edition: 2022

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