Durban International Marathon

27/08/2026

18/08/2026

World Athletics, Athletes Integrity Unit has now cleared the payment of the male top 5. Payments are being made already.

18/08/2026

Taking prohibited performance substances kills our sport. Causes unnecessary delays in prize payments of athletes competing fairly. You will always be caught out.

15/07/2026

We have a date for 2027. Guess what? We will be incorporating again next year. Watch the space what.

14/07/2026

We have been cleared to pay the winners only for the 2026 Marathon. We are now preparing to go ahead and will be paying soon.

04/05/2026

THANK YOU, DURBAN. THANK YOU, WORLD.

What we witnessed at the Durban International Marathon was more than a race, it was a powerful coming together of people, purpose, and passion.

To Durban, for your unmatched energy.
To South Africa and the African continent, for your pride and spirit.
To the world, for showing up and making this a truly global celebration.

To our sponsors and partners, thank you for believing and building with us.
To the athletes and runners, thank you for your courage, discipline, and unforgettable performances.
To every volunteer, crew member, and supporter, you are the heartbeat of this event.

This was excellence in motion. This was unity on display. This was Durban at its very best.

We are grateful. We are proud.
And we’ll see you again at the start line.

04/05/2026

DURBAN DELIVERED

What a day. What a race. What a city.
The Durban International Marathon came alive with unforgettable moments, from the first stride to the final finish line.

Every photo tells a story of grit, joy, pain, and triumph.
Runners, supporters, volunteers, you made this special.

Relive the energy. Relive the magic.
Durban, you showed up.

04/05/2026

WOMEN’S PODIUM — OFFICIAL RESULTS

A powerful display of class and endurance at the Durban International Marathon.

🥇 Alemitu Ajema Lema — 2:26:44
🥈 Annie Bothma — 2:27:45
🥉 Siftolina Daba Chemeda — 2:36:15

Strength. Strategy. Championship racing.
Durban witnessed excellence.