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Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K entries open with the exciting Heritage Double Entry Fast-Tracked by Gautrain

The 4th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K will return to the beautiful Jacaranda City on Sunday 23 August 2026, with it comes the exciting return of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Heritage Double Entry fast-tracked by Gautrain.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 4 May 2026

Fietsryers Ry Kaapstad Toe vir KANSA

‘n Missie-gefokusde span fietsryers sal in Februarie 2026 vanaf Carletonville vertrek, vasbeslote om die byna 1 400 kilometer lange Ride for Hope-toer na Kaapstad te voltooi. Die span word geborg en alle fondse wat deur die ryers ingesamel word, sal die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) se lewensreddende werk ondersteun. Die geleentheid, deel van die CANSA Active program, het nie net ten doel om fondse in te samel nie, maar ook om kankerbewusmaking en hoop uit te brei.

Categories: Media Releases
Published: 2 Sep 2025

Cyclists Ride to Cape Town for CANSA

A mission-focused team of sponsored cyclists will set off from Carletonville in February 2026, determined to complete the almost 1,400-kilometre Ride for Hope tour to Cape Town. All funds raised by the riders will support the Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA) life-saving work. The event, part of CANSA’s Active programme, aims not only to raise funds, but also to increase awareness of cancer and to spread hope.

Categories: CANSA Active - Cycle, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 2 Sep 2025

Feel the Pulse of Jozi at the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES Season Finale on National Heritage Day

Following unforgettable, sold-out events in Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban and Tshwane, the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES season finale will take place in Jozi with yet another sold-out event – the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K on Wednesday 24 September 2025, National Heritage Day. The Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K unites elite competitors and […]

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 28 Aug 2025

Zwane Excited to Take on Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES Tshwane and Joburg in Support of CANSA

Nono Zwane (Centurion) is excited to take part in both the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K (Sunday, 24 August 2025) and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K (Wednesday, 24 September 2025), creating awareness as a CANSA Champion.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 4 Jul 2025

Celebrate 10 years of World-Class on-route excitement at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K

The RUN YOUR CITY SERIES will mark a momentous milestone – 10 years of sensational road running – at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K, set to take place in the heart of the Mother City on Sunday, 11 May 2025. Entrants can look forward to an unforgettable on-route experience that truly sets this event apart.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 29 Apr 2025

Cancer Survivor Proudly Supports the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K

Melda Ruiters (Northpine Brackenfell), a cancer survivor, strongly believes that staying active and participating in sports are key to managing the disease. A passionate runner, she participates in various events and will once again be taking part in one of her all-time favourites, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K, on National Mother’s Day, Sunday 11 May 2025.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 11 Mar 2025

Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2024

CANSA is proud to be an official event partner, supporting this incredible journey of endurance, health, and community spirit. By participating, you not only challenge yourself but also help raise awareness for reducing cancer risk and our care and support services. 

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Media Releases
Published: 17 Oct 2024

CANSA and ReboundSA Bounce-a-thon 2024

 Rebound SA, along with many of our national affiliated studios and instructors will be facilitating rebounding classes throughout the day across Southern Africa to raise funds for CANSA. 

Categories: CANSA Active - Go Wild, Media Releases
Published: 10 Oct 2024

Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Partners with CANSA as its Official Charity for 2024

The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series organisers are thrilled to welcome the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) as the official charity for the entire series of events taking place in Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban, Tshwane and Joburg in 2024…

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Media Releases
Published: 5 Mar 2024

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