Over 400 police officers lace up running shoes for Comrades Marathon
KwaZulu-Natal’s police commissioner said they’re not the only officers on the route, as hundreds more have been deployed to ensure safety and security.
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JOHANNESBURG - More than 400 police officers have laced up their running shoes alongside thousands of athletes in 2025’s Comrades Marathon.
KwaZulu-Natal’s police commissioner said they’re not the only officers on the route, as hundreds more have been deployed to ensure safety and security.
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The 98th edition of the ultra-marathon began at 06:45 on Sunday morning, marking the down run from Pietermaritzburg to Durban.
The race in 2025 features over 22,000 runners - the largest number of participants in its history.
Provincial police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has also urged racers to remain cautious.
“As you enjoy running, make sure you don’t increase the number of casualties that end up in hospital because of negligence. We have medical facilities in the province, but we don’t want to use them unnecessarily. We want runners to arrive safe.”