Umngeni Howick Academy

What a weekend! 🎉

Last Sunday we witnessed one of the biggest events in Durban — the Durban International Marathon. As always, our members showed up and proudly uplifted the flag of our developing club. 💪🏽🏃🏽‍♀️

They made us proud once again! 👏🏽 Here are some of our standout stars who continue to put the club on the map:

🏅 10km Results
• 1st Position: Linda Mtambo
• 3rd Position: Simphiwe Mdakane

🏅 Age Category (Female 50–59)
• 3rd Position: Nobuhle Ndlela

To all our members who participated — you are all winners! Your dedication and spirit never go unnoticed. 🙌🏽

A big thank you to the organisers for hosting such a wonderful race. It was truly an unforgettable experience!

And of course… we always say, it’s even better with pictures 📸 — capturing those special memories along the way.

🚨 Don’t forget!
Registrations are now open for our annual race happening this July. Secure your spot via Webtickets at Boxer or Pick n Pay — entries are very limited, so hurry!

🔥 HEY RUNNING LOVERS! 🔥

Feel the vibe… hear the rhythm… it’s almost RACE DAY! 🏃‍♂️💨🏃‍♀️

Entries for the Umngeni Howick Academy 10KM Race are officially OPEN… and they’re selling like hot cakes! 🚨🔥

📅 5 July 2026
📍 Mpopomeni Mall ➡️ Howick West Sports Ground

⚠️ Limited entries – don’t get left behind!

🎽 Every entry = T-shirt + exciting goodies 🎁
💸 R190 – R260

👉 Secure your spot NOW:
https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1592265307

Or visit any Boxer or Pick n Pay store 🛒

🔥 Small club, BIG vision 💙
We’re building something special—come be part of the movement!

Good morning, Umngeni Howick Academy family ☀️

What a powerful weekend for UHA!

On Saturday, we successfully hosted our Cross Country event 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️. A huge thank you to everyone who came through to support and to all the athletes who participated — your energy made it a great success!

On Sunday, our athletes continued to fly the UHA flag high at the Chatsworth Altra, competing in the 10km, 25km, and 52km races. We are incredibly proud of our members for always representing the club with pride and respect 🙌

They say pictures tell a better story and this weekend, they truly will 📸

🔥 Stay tuned! Entries for our annual 10km race (Mpopomeni to Howick) will be opening soon for July. You don’t want to miss it!

🌟 UHA CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE 5 IS HERE! 🏃‍♂️🔥

Umngeni Howick Academy is proud to host Cross Country League 5 this Saturday, 18 April 2026!

Whether you’re running, supporting, or just coming for the vibe — you don’t want to miss this 🙌

📍 All age groups welcome
📍 Exciting races & great competition
📍 Building a stronger, healthier community 💙❤️

📌 The attached program is for Cross Country League 5 — check it out for all race times and distances.

🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
Entries for the Umngeni Howick Academy Annual Race open next week!
Spots are limited, so stay tuned and be ready 👀🔥

Bring your energy, bring your people, and let’s hit the course together! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Greetings UHA friends 👋
Here’s an update from Sunday, 29 March:

Our members took part in the Durban City Marathon and, as always, they represented us exceptionally well.

We are proud to have come back with wins in such a big and competitive race!
👏 Special congratulations to our athletes who made us proud:
• 5km Junior Male – 2nd Position: Scelo Khanyeza

• 10km Male Overall – 3rd Position: Snenhlanhla Buthelezi

A big thank you to all our members who participated and gave their best on the day.
We are truly proud of each and every one of you.

We also extend our appreciation to the event organisers for hosting such a great race.

📸 The pictures say it all!

Good morning team

Day 1/7 Running Challenge! 🏃🏽‍♂️🔥
Well done to those who have started already! 💪🏽

For those who haven’t, the day is still young ,there’s still time to lace up and run.
Please share your pictures, distance, and running time with the group so we can motivate each other.

Sanibonani Umngeni Howick Athletics and friends of the team.

Today Umngeni Howick Academy AC proudly represented the club at the Sazi Langa Half Marathon. Our athletes once again showed incredible passion, determination and team spirit. They ran with heart and proudly brought medals back home. Even the coach joined the race and delivered excellent results.

This is proof that hard work, discipline and unity continue to produce results for our growing club.
Results from Team UHA:

🏅 10km Female Overall
3rd Position – Ncumisa Gumede
🏅 Junior Female 10km
2nd Position – Ncumisa Gumede
🏅 10km Male 40–49
2nd Position – Tsepang Makua
3rd Position – Ntokozo Mlotshwa
🏅 21km Female Overall
3rd Position – Nokuphiwa Mthalane
🏅 21km Male 35–39
🥇 1st Position – Mxolisi Gqamane
🥉 3rd Position – Mthandeni Ngubane
🏅 21km Male 50–59
🥇 1st Position – Thulani Dlamini
A huge congratulations to all our athletes for flying the Umngeni Howick Academy flag high.

Your dedication continues to inspire the community and prove that a small developing club can achieve big things.

👏👏 Well done Team UH, the journey continues!
Pictures are here to tell the story 📸🏅🔥

Good day Umngeni Howick team and friends

Please join the Umngeni Howick 7-Day Practice Challenge starting tomorrow, 16–22 May 2026. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Choose the distance that suits you and stay consistent for the full 7 days:
• 5 km
• 10 km
• 15 km
Let’s stay active, motivated, and disciplined together. 💪

Please remember to share your running pictures on our page together with your record time so we can celebrate everyone’s effort and progress.
Let’s make this week strong, team! 🔥

A Proud Day for Umngeni Howick Academy! 🏃🏾‍♂️🏆

Yesterday our small but rapidly growing club proudly participated in the Umngeni–uThukela Water Marathon held at Midmar Dam.

Once again, our athletes proved that determination, discipline and teamwork bring results. Our team returned home with multiple podium finishes and prize money across different categories. 💪🏾🔥

Our Outstanding Performers
10km Male Open
🥇 Linda Mtambo
🥈 Simphiwe Mdakane
10km Women Open
🥈 Ncumisa Gumede
Junior Female
🥇 Ncumisa Gumede
10km Female 40–49
🥉 Zodwa Gqamane
10km Male 40–49
🥉 Tsepang Makua
10km Female 50–59
🥇 Nobuhle Ndlela
10km Male 50–59
🥇 Lucky Dlamini
21km Male Open Overall
🥉 Sandile Ntombela
21km Junior Male
🥇 Lungelo Mbuthu
21km Male 50–59
🥉 Moses Monethi
42km Male Overall
🥉 Bafana Mkhwanazi

👏🏾 A big thank you to all Umngeni Howick Academy members who took part — both the runners and those who assisted behind the scenes. Your support, unity and commitment continue to grow this club and inspire the next generation.

Small club… BIG RESULTS! 🏆🔥



Pictures will say more 📸

🏅 Medal Monday! 🏅

At Umngeni Howick Academy we don’t just run… we show up, we push hard, and we bring medals home! 💚🔥