Khayelitsha race honours runner killed in accident
Fun run attracts 200 people
About 200 people took part in a fun run in tribute to Khayelitsha activist Khaya Yaphi at the weekend.
Yaphi, a member of the Khayelitsha Development Forum and well-known runner, was knocked over by a car and killed a decade ago while jogging on the side of the road.
The run started from the Khayelitsha Mall. Participants could run either a 5km or 8km event. Nothemba Velebhayi, 74, who took part in the 5km race, said this was an opportunity to meet new people. “I’m a pensioner now but I do jogging. To take part in this race will help to boost my confidence.”
CORRECTION: The original article mixed up the names of Zukisa Gaxela and Sibongile Mashiyi. We regret the error.
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