Meet the Nominees
The Runner Awards™ 2025 Nominees reflect the dedication, passion, and excellence that drive South Africa’s road running community. From inspiring athletes to supportive clubs and standout events, each nominee represents the very best of our sport. Now it’s your turn to celebrate them — cast your vote to help decide who takes home the honors.
Women’s Runner of the Year
Kelly Green
@yourssincerelykel
Bongiwe Ndlela
@ubongiwe_
Masibulele Mkhundlu
@Fit_Masi
Karabo More
@crazykiiddy
Siphelele Myeni
@spheeasyrunner
Running Influencer / Promoter of the Year
Bongiwe Ndlela
@ubongiwe_
Arnav Dasrath
@arnav_dasrath
Dean Wight TBLR
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Ferne Kalamer
@ferne_kalamer
Izitebele
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Masibulele Mkhundlu
@Fit_Masi
Sabelo Buqa
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Wade Gounden
@bruce__wade
Men’s Runner of the Year
Akhil Chaddy
@its_akhil.official
Arnav Dasrath
@arnav_dasrath
Fikinkosi Zondi
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Nkululeko Hlophe
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Sabelo Buda
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Sanele Magagula
@sanele_mm
Sicelo Gumede
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Sinethemba Tshangase
@sinethemba_tshangase
Sphamandla Maduna
@Spha_ThisAbledRunner
Novice Runner of the Year
Kelly Green
@yourssincerelykel
Arnav Dasrath
@arnav_dasrath
Akhil Chaddy
@its_akhil.official
Mohamed Yousuf
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Para Runner of the Year
Sphamandla Maduna
@Spha_ThisAbledRunner
Musa Mhlongo Njomane
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Running Coach of the Year
Prodigal Khumalo
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Fred Mckenzie
@fredmac123
Jane Brown
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Wade Foster
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Race of the Year
14 Fast Movers AC
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Ama-Ravens AC
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Biggarsberg Athletic Club
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Boxer Athletics Club
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Chillie Running Club KZN
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Hillcrest Villagers AC
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Hollywood AC
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Amanzimtoti Athletics Club
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Dolphin Coast Striders
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Ithemba AC
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Mayibuyi Athletic Club
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Merewent Athletic Club
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Richards Bay AC
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Sazi Langa AC
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Stella Athletic Club
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Westville Athletic Club
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Zululand Multi Sports Club
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Spirit of Running Award (Most Supportive Club)
Chillie Running Club KZN
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Hilton Harriers
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SAPS KZN Athletic Club
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Amanzimtoti Athletics Club
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Hillcrest Villagers AC
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Hollywood AC
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Best Running Entries Race Service Provider of the Year
www.eventtiming.info
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www.finishtime.co.za
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www.webtickets.co.za
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www.entryninja.com
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www.myactive.co.za
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www.peaktiming.co.za
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www.racepass.com
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Race Route of the Year
Bluff Athletic Club
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Chillie Running Club KZN
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Hollywood AC
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Sazi Langa AC
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14 Fast Movers AC
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Hilton Harriers
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Umzumbe Development AC
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Voting closes on 30th October 2025 at 23H50. T’s and C’s apply.