Soweto is gearing up for a major sporting spectacle as the A Re Shomeng Diepkloof Half Marathon returns to its home ground on November 15, with R87,000 in prize money up for grabs.

The race will take place at the University of Johannesburg's Soweto Campus, with organisers expecting about 3,000 participants to lace up for the 5km, 10km and 21.1km races.

Diepkloof Athletics Club (DAC) has promised a bigger experience this year, bringing together elite athletes, recreational runners, families and football legends.

Runners will take to the streets of Diepkloof, passing landmarks including the Soweto Towers and the Zodwa Khoza Foundation in Diepkloof Phase 2.

The 21.1km winners will walk away with R10,000 each in the men's and women's categories. Second place carries R5,000, while third place earns R2,500.

There is also prize money for the 10km and 5km races, with the latter introducing cash rewards for its top three male and female finishers.

But it is not just professional athletes who will be attracting attention.

Former Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs stars are expected to join the 10km race through legends' buses. Naughty Mokoena has been confirmed for the Pirates bus, while Lucas Radebe and Lucky Mzizi are among the Chiefs representatives.

Runners can also join designated pace-setting groups led by experienced runners to help them reach their target finishing times.

Organisers have added a family-friendly entertainment experience featuring music, a DJ, a children's play area, giveaways and a race-day village.

Source: https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-11-11-soweto-set-as-diepkloof-half-marathon-returns-with-r87000-up-for-grabs/