Janet Mbhele from our Elite Athlete Development Programme and Tshepo Ramashamole secured position 1 in the 42km category of the Bhekizizwe Shabalala Marathon (BJS) in Ladysmith today .
The marathon is in its second offering and is part of a series of projects held in honour of Dr Bhekizizwe Joseph Shabalala, the celebrated leader and founder of the Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
First position winners of 42km bagged R35000 each. KZNDSAC supports the marathon and other allied activities in commemoration of Shabalala’s legacy and feats in the music industry. The marathon also serves as a qualifier for both the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon.