Over 2,000 Runners take on Red Run challenge

Over two thousand participants of all ages turned out on Saturday, 9 August 2025, for the second edition of the Bank Windhoek Red Run, hosted at the Ramblers Sports Club in Windhoek.With N$60,000 in prize money up for grabs, runners ranged from novices to elite athletes, including several Comrades Marathon medallists. They competed across three distances, five, ten, and 21 kilometres (km) and in various age categories: Open, Junior, Veteran, Master, and Grandmaster.Led by their coach, the Namibia national football team, the Brave Warriors, also took part, running a few kilometres as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.The men’s 21 km category saw fierce competition, with Jeremia Shaliaxwe taking first place in a time of 01:14:14. Tomas Rainhold followed closely in 01:14:41, while Julian Fryman secured third in 01:17:46. In the women’s 21 km race, Martha Shivolo claimed victory in 01:22:28, ahead of Salmi Nduviteko (01:24:54) and Adri van Wyk (01:44:12). Shivolo, a long-distance runner since 2005, admitted the cold weather posed a challenge but said she was pleased with her performance.In the men’s 10 km category, Wilhelm Hangula emerged as the winner in 00:34:03, narrowly beating Geson Koper (00:34:18) and Stephanus Kaudinge (00:34:18). “There is no easy race,” Hangula said. “The hills and downward turns can be challenging, but winning is a great achievement. This event motivates aspiring athletes to train.”The women’s 10 km category was equally competitive. Tuuliki Angala took first place in 00:40:51, just two seconds ahead of Ivonne Shelikita (00:40:53), with Fredrika Katshuna third in 00:44:01. Angala, returning from injury, said completing the race marked a positive step in her comeback. In the Female Veteran 10 km race, Namibia Defence Force Running Club member Anna Amutoko took first place. “I enjoyed the run despite the cold winds throughout the early morning. I am happy with my achievement and look forward to next year’s run,” she said, thanking Bank Windhoek for organising the event.Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, thanked participants, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners for making the event a success. “As a home-grown bank, we remain committed to implementing initiatives that foster community, wellness, and support for local causes,” she said.The Bank Windhoek Red Run also featured entertainment, including a performance by male trio PDK, food stalls, and wellness exhibitions, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. Plans are already underway for the 2026 edition, which promises to build on this year’s success.

Over 2,000 Runners take on Red Run challenge

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