Herbet Chokera from Zimbambwe won the annual Two Countries Marathon from Zimbabwe to Musina on Saturday, 17 September.

Chokera completed the 42,2 kilometre race in 02:32:16, securing himself a gold medal and R4 000. Kudakwashe Kanduna, also from Zimbambwe, was second in 02:35:46, followed by Emmanuel Matumba of Vhembe Athletics Club in 02:39.51.

The first female to cross the finishing line was well-known Jane Mudau in a time of 03:23:27. Vanessa Fourie was second in 03:49:01.

Collen Mmola of Foskor Athletics Club won the half-marathon in 01:13.22. Mpho Sadiki finished in the second position in 1:17.30. Patrick Chimuchenga from Zimbabwe was third in 01:17.50.

The ladies category in the half-marathon was won by Tabitha Tsatsa from Zimbabwe in 01:19.11. Olivia Chitate ended second in 1:20.23 and Hellen Chiudo, also from Zimbabwe, finished the race third in 01:30.26.

The prize money for the marathon was R4 000 for first place, R1 000 for second and R300 for third place. In the half-marathon, the winners received 1 500, R700 for second prize and R200 for third price.

During the prize-giving ceremony, the mayor of the Musina Municipality, Cllr Carol Phiri, extended her congratulations to the participants. She added that they were working hard to ensure that next year´s race will be bigger.