Ramaphosa takes part in Mandela Day Walk and Run 2026

By Akani Nkuna

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to participate in Mandela Day Walk and Run on Sunday at the DP World Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.

The president will join thousands of walkers who participate in the annual 5km walk as they commemorate 18 July, marked as Nelson Mandela International Day.

President @CyrilRamaphosa and Premier Panyaza @Lesufi officially take off for the 5-kilometre walk in support of Nelson Mandela International Day, which is commemorated annually on 18 July.

The premier interacts with fellow walkers along the way. #MandelaDay pic.twitter.com/k0BgHJteHD
— Gauteng Provincial Gov (@GautengProvince) July 19, 2026

2026 Mandela Day, themed: “It is still in our hands to combat poverty, inequality and social injustice through acts of service, solidarity and compassion.” Mandela Day challenges people to dedicate 67 minutes on the day in service to others as a symbol of the 67 years Nelson Mandela devoted to the struggle against