FOLLOWING this weekend’s unfortunate cancellation of the Cape Town Marathon due to severe weather conditions, African Bank, in partnership with the Soweto Marathon NPC, has announced a special offer to displaced runners who were registered to participate in the Cape Town race.
African Bank understands that to conquer the Comrades and other major races, it is paramount that runners are provided every opportunity to prepare. In a gesture of solidarity with the running community, African Bank and the organisers of the African Bank Soweto Marathon (ABSM) are inviting these runners to register for the African Bank Soweto Marathon, taking place on Saturday, 29 November 2025, at NASREC, Johannesburg. This race offers runners an ideal opportunity to fine-tune their performance and build the requisite stamina for an ultra-marathon challenge.
To ease the disappointment many runners experienced, African Bank is now offering 50% off entry fees for up to 5 000 Cape Town Marathon registrants who wish to participate in the 42km Soweto Marathon. Runners will have until 1 November to claim this offer. In addition, African Bank customers will receive 100% of their entry fees back in rewards points.
Runners will need to provide proof of their Cape Town Marathon registration to qualify for the discounted entry. For assistance and verification, participants are encouraged to contact the Soweto Marathon Race Office.
“At African Bank, we recognise the time, discipline, and emotional investment that goes into preparing for a race. When runners are unable to complete their planned event due to circumstances beyond their control, the disappointment can be immense,” says Sbu Kumalo, Group Chief Marketing Officer at African Bank. “We wanted to extend a gesture that acknowledges that effort and provides a meaningful alternative — a chance to cross a finish line that celebrates endurance, solidarity, and the spirit of community.”
Soweto Marathon Spokesperson Jabu Mbuli says that this initiative re-iterates the support and backing of their valued headline partner African Bank.
“As a united group, we are aware that it is the country’s running community that we serve first and foremost. Runners want to run! For this reason, we are genuinely grateful to launch this joint initiative and encourage those keen to run, to lace up and join us for The People’s Race on 29 November. We would be delighted to host you.”
This race embodies the values of perseverance, unity, and community upliftment. Through this offer, African Bank reaffirms its ongoing commitment to empowering South Africans to #RunTheirRace, both on the road and in life.
How to Claim the Offer:
- Email the race office at info@sowetomarathon.com, or contact the WhatsApp line 061 918 1002.
- Provide proof of your registration for the Cape Town Marathon 2025 using your WhatsApp number, confirmation you received ahead of race collection.
- Eligible runners will receive a 50% discount code to be used on our online entry platform. This code will be valid for the 42.2km race.
- This offer is valid for the first 5 000 verified entrants, or before 1 November 2025.
