The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series and AVIS are proud to announce the extension of their partnership, building on two exciting and action-packed years with AVIS as the official Mobility Partner of one of South Africa’s premier mass participation road running events.
“Partnering with AVIS as the official Mobility Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in 2024 and 2025 has been an incredible experience,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder. “Their expertise and unwavering support were instrumental in the seamless delivery of five world-class road races across South Africa’s major cities. From logistics to on-the-ground operations, AVIS has helped ensure a smooth and memorable experience for every participant. We are proud to extend this partnership into 2026 and look forward to continuing this journey with a true leader in mobility. Together, we will make the 2026 series even more exceptional for everyone who #RUNSYOURCITY.”
As a leader in its field, AVIS provides affordable and reliable rental vehicles, making it easier for runners across all five host cities to get to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series races with ease – allowing them to focus entirely on their performance. For Stillwater Sports, the event organisers, AVIS’s fleet of trucks plays a vital role in event logistics, ensuring the seamless transport of equipment and supplies to help deliver a world-class race day experience.
“Being the Mobility Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in 2024 and 2025 has been an incredible experience, and extending our sponsorship was an easy decision,” says Anda Peter, General Manager of AVIS Marketing Events and Sponsorship. “This world-class series demands excellence at every level, and AVIS is proud to support both runners and organisers with seamless, reliable transport solutions. By taking care of the logistics, we help the team focus on delivering unforgettable race experiences. Our partnership reflects AVIS’s commitment to connecting people – bringing the running community together and making every journey effortless. Whether chasing a personal best or ensuring the event runs smoothly behind the scenes, AVIS is here to drive everyone forward. We’re excited to continue enhancing the experience for all participants in the yearto come.”
EVENT DATES: 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
| Sunday 01 March 2026 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K |
| Sunday 10 May 2026 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K |
| Sunday 12 July 2026 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K |
| Sunday 23 August 2026 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K |
| Thursday 24 September 2026 | Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K |
Facebook: @Gqeberha10k /@CapeTown10k / @Durban10k / @Tshwane10k / @Joburg10k
Instagram: @Gqeberha10k / @CapeTown10k / @Durban10k / @Tshwane10k / @Joburg10k
Hashtag: #RunYourCity #AbsaRunYourCity
WhatsApp Line: 072 042 7613
Websites:www.runyourcityseries.com
About Absa
Absa Group is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups.
Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance. Absa operates in fourteen countries. The Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in Namibia and Nigeria, and securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States. For further information about Absa Group Limited, please visitwww.absa.africa
About the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
A proudly South African mass participation road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been revolutionizing the sport since 2015. A road running celebration like no other, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series comprises five unique events namely the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K (launched in 2023), Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K (launched in 2015), the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K(launched in 2017), Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K (launched in 2023) and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K (launched in 2016). A diverse road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series integrates businesses, families, investment in community, world class achievement and fun for all participants. For further information please visit https://runyourcityseries.com/
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