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Nedbank Citi Dash

Nedbank Citi Dash

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Zoo Park, Independence Avenue, Windhoek Map

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MEDIA RELEASE – POSTPONEMENT OF THE UPCOMING NEDBANK CITI DASH

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Nedbank Namibia Limited, in conjunction with EY Namibia and the Namibia National Olympic Committee, wish to announce that the 2017 Nedbank Citi Dash, originally scheduled for Saturday, 24 June 2017, has been deferred until a later date.

This decision was taken as a mark of respect for the legacy of the late Andimba Toivo ya Toivo, who will be laid to rest on the same day as had been scheduled for the Nedbank Citi Dash.

“We join the nation in mourning the loss of our liberation hero and believe it to be only appropriate to cancel the Nedbank Citi Dash,” said Gernot de Klerk, Nedbank Namibia’s Head of Marketing and Communications. De Klerk said an announcement on a rescheduled date will be made once the organising committee has assessed all available options.

“The inaugural Nedbank Citi Dash, which will see our country’s premier runners compete along Windhoek’s iconic Independence Avenue, is destined to be much more than just an event for runners. Instead, it will bring Namibians together in celebration and ultimately establish itself as one of the premier sporting and social events in our country,” said the Nedbank spokesperson.

Joan Smit, Secretary General of the NNOC, said meanwhile that the Olympic Day, which would have underpinned the Nedbank Citi Dash, will similarly be deferred.

Arrangements are currently underway to reimburse the hundreds of runners who have already entered to participate in the Nedbank Citi Dash, with De Klerk saying the organisers will contact each of the confirmed entrants to arrange for reimbursement.

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Issued by Nedbank Namibia’s Marketing & Communications division. For further queries, please contact Gernot de Klerk (061 295 2016) or Jacky Tjivikua (061 295 2121).

The Event

PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO LATE ENTRIES AFTER ENTRY CUT OFF ON 21 JUNE 2017
AN Entry Form will be completed and an INDEMNITY is to be signed when collection a number.

NUMBER COLLECTION IS FROM 10H00 TO 14H00 ON 24 June 2017.
The race will start and finish at Zoo Park in Windhoek
Start time: 17h00
Cut Off time: 17h50

Race information:
1. Elite
This prestige event will be open to athletes who can complete 10km in under 50 min, where the cut off time will be strictly enforced. Designed to showcase Namibia’s running talent, the route will take athletes up and down Independence Avenue over 10000 thrilling metres. To the victor go the spoils, as only the top male and female in the respective categories will receive prize money.
Categories are open male and female, under 18 male and female, visually impaired and wheelchair.
Age of athlete on day of event is applicable. Under 18 athletes will need to present proof of date of birth to claim prizes in this event.

2. Fun Run / Walk
Aimed at getting maximum numbers on the road, this event promises to be the biggest of its kind in Namibia’s colourful running history. Yes, we want YOU to enter and get active. Following the same route as the Nedbank Citi Dash later that day, runners will run on the historic Independence Avenue with full traffic closure. With options of 5 km and 10km, running or walking, this is the perfect event for a family outing. Starting and finishing at the iconic Zoo Park in the Windhoek CBD, participants will be welcomed back to a food market in the heart of the capital, where they can refresh while watching the elite event at 17h00.
In addition, one lucky participant will win a N$ 15000-00 savings account from Nedbank Namibia. The name of the winner will be drawn after prizegiving of the Nedbank Citi Dash. Winner will need to be present in order to qualify for the prize.

3. I Care- Do you campaign:
A portion of the proceeds from entry fees will be donated to a cause that YOU can help identify.
Choose to:
(1) sponsor another runner or donate funds in aid of sports development; or
(2) contribute to the Nedbank Go Green Fund, which focuses on safeguarding the beauty of our pristine environment for future generations