The Icon's Journey Marathon

11/09/2026

…. Praises to Nkosi Vulithuba whose authority is not only carried by the crown, but proven through action, vision and service.

May your throne stand firm, may your wisdom grow deeper, and may your leadership continue to leave a legacy that generations will speak of with pride.

Aah Vulithuba 🙌

06/09/2026

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04/09/2026

A life mission greater than the self, living not only to achieve, but to inspire, serve, and leave a legacy that outlives you.

…. OFFICIAL LAUNCH | ICONIC PACERS 🏃🏾‍♀️🏃‍♂️

A NEW FORCE IN THE RUNNING COMMUNITY.

We are proud to officially introduce ICONIC PACERS, a dedicated community of runners committed to transforming the marathon experience through leadership, consistency, encouragement and purpose.

Born from the vision of Icons4Change and the Icons Journey Marathon, Iconic Pacers represents more than runners carrying a pace flag.

We are leaders on the road.
We are motivators in the moments that matter.
We are the steady presence between doubt and determination.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to help runners reach their goals, experience the joy of finishing, and discover the strength within themselves.

Through strategic pacing, mentorship, teamwork and community engagement, Iconic Pacers will work alongside the Icons Journey Marathon Vision to build a culture where runners support runners, where achievement is celebrated, inclusion is embraced, and no runner feels alone on the journey.

This is not simply a pacing initiative.

It is a movement.
It is a responsibility.
It is a commitment to change lives.

To every runner who has ever needed someone to say “Keep going, you’ve got this”, this movement is for you.

PACE WITH PURPOSE.
LEAD FROM THE FRONT.
FINISH TOGETHER.

🌍 Icons4Change | We Run To Inspire.

04/09/2026

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01/09/2026

…. Standard Bank Handover Invite 🔵

Following their visit to Qokolweni-Zimbane Traditional Council on 10 February 2026 where they made a commitment to donate items that will benefit the community of Qokolweni/Zimbane. Next week Standard Bank will be handing over those items which include;
•A mobile fridge,
•Chairs
• and a Gazebo
to iKomkhulu.

Niyamenywa nonke kwelitheko elizokube linabaphathi, i-Executive yakwa Standard Bank evela kwiHead Office eJohannesburg kunye ne Executive ye Eastern Cape yonke.

Date: Friday, 11 September 2026
Ixesha: 10:00
Indawo: Sangoni Komkhulu, Qokolweni A/A

Enquiries: Nombini Dukada (063) 226-6981

“Kobe kusindwe ngobethole!”

12/08/2026

…. WE’VE BEEN NOMINATED! ✊

We are incredibly proud to share that iNkosi Vulithuba Bandile Sangoni, Chairperson and Founder of The Icons Journey, has been nominated in the Johnson’s Local Heroes Competition, featured in today’s Daily Dispatch!

This nomination is a beautiful recognition of Nkosi Vulithuba’s vision, dedication and commitment to using running as a powerful tool to inspire change and make a difference in communities.

We are grateful to everyone who continues to support The Icons Journey and believe in the vision.

Congratulations, Nobetha! This nomination is well deserved.