Western Province Athletics

13/07/2026

What makes world class road races so important?
According to Western Province Athletics (WPA) President Farouk Meyer, the answer lies in the opportunities they create. The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series gives South African athletes the chance to race Africa's best while inspiring thousands to embrace running. Durban 10K

https://wpa.org.za/run-your-city-series-raises-the-bar-for-wpa-athletes/

23/06/2026

This year, the Cape Town Festival of Running is about more than medals and finish lines.
For the first time, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA has been named an official beneficiary of the event.
Whether you're taking on the 50km ultra, the 21.1km half marathon or joining a relay team, your race can help support animals in need.
One city. One coastline. Thousands of runners. Countless lives touched.

https://wpa.org.za/cape-town-festival-running-spca-partnership-2026/

21/06/2026

Congratulations to all athletes selected to represent Western Province Athletics at the 2026 ASA Championships in Gqeberha
Wear the colours with pride, race with courage and enjoy every stride of the journey.


Click on the link below and in the first comment for the full WPA squad:

The WPA team for the 2026 ASA 1 Mile, 5km and 21.1km Championships in Gqeberha, features all WPA's top athletes.

28/05/2026

The countdown is on!
The popular topform athletic club -Cape Town10km moves to a brand-new venue in Kenwyn on Saturday, 6 June, promising another fast and flat showdown for runners chasing PBs ahead of ComradesMarathon.
Start: 07:00
Sports Field, Woodbury Road, Kenwyn
Medals for the first 2,000 finishers

https://wpa.org.za/2026-top-form-10km/

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

Fast runners, fun runners, furry runners. Everyone has a place at the 2026 OUTsurance Gun Run.
The iconic Cape Town run fest features: 21.1km Half Marathon
10km Road Race
17km Trail Run
5km Fun Run & Pet Walk
September 12–13 at Green Point Common.

https://wpa.org.za/expect-another-bumper-2026-gun-run-edition-in-the-mother-city/

27/05/2026

The UWC Athletics Club Fast & Flat 10km is more than another road race this year.
With the Comrades Marathon 2026 - Up Run around the corner, many runners will use Sunday’s fast Bellville course as a final tune-up and confidence booster before the long road to Durban awaits.
Fast legs. Final checks. ComradesMarathon countdown. Closing date for online entries is today 27 May 2026.

https://wpa.org.za/uwc-fast-flat-comrades-tune-up/

16/05/2026

“I’m on the market.” 👀
Easterns Kraaifontein 15km champion Edward Jack says he is searching for the right club opportunity after another dominant road running display in Cape Town.

https://wpa.org.za/edward-jack-easterns-kraaifontein-15km-win/Totalsports Langa AC

13/05/2026

Every stride counts in the 2026 WPA Cross Country League Competition.
🥇 20 points for victory
🏅 Rewards for the Top 3 in every category
🏃 Athletes from U8 to 70+
🔥 WPACC Championships to decide tied positions. Six league races. Season-long points battles. Rewards for the top three athletes in every category from U8 to 70+.
Complete all six leagues to qualify and chase cross country glory

WPA Cross Country 2026 returns with six league races, season-long points battles and rewards for top performers across all age groups.