Over 100 participants gathered for the fourth annual Gondwana Moonraker Ridge Trail Run, held just outside Windhoek on Saturday, 9 November 2024. The event kicked off promptly at 6:30 a.m. with the 21km race, followed shortly after by the 10km and 5km participants. The challenging routes wound through rugged terrain, riverbeds, valleys, and hills.
As runners tackled the well-marked trails in the best Namibian rainy weather with a light drizzle, within the 2,000-hectare nature reserve, their family members and companions enjoyed a leisurely morning at the Moonraker Outdoor Adventure Restcamp, sipping coffee and exploring the farm. Children delighted in the chance to meet the local animals, offering plenty of friendly pats along the way.
The winners of the 21km routes are Thomas Miller and Ottilie Aimwata.
After the race, participants, their families and friends relaxed to live music and enjoyed a delicious Spitbraai lunch together. The top three women and men in both the 10km and 20km races were awarded generous accommodation vouchers from Gondwana Collection Namibia. Meanwhile, participants in the 5km fun run had the opportunity to win Gondwana vouchers in a lucky draw.
A heartfelt thank you to our hosts at Moonraker Restcamp for their tireless efforts in making the event a success! It was truly a memorable day. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Nova 103.5, OSH-Med International, and the dedicated volunteers from various Gondwana departments who ensured that the runners were well cared for along the course and at the finish line.
Gondwana Moonraker Ridge Trail Run | Results
21km Trail Run
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Rank |
Men |
Women |
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1 |
Thomas Miller 1:40:40 | Ottilie Aimwata 2:17:10 |
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2 |
Jason Johannes 1:45:02 | Liezl Swanepoel 2:29:05 |
|
3 |
Salomo David 1:45:17 | Anja Steyn 2:31:25 |
10 km Trail Run
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Rank |
Men |
Women |
|
1 |
Frans Hosea 44:25 | Yvonne Shilitita 50:10 |
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2 |
Martin Kalwenga 45:35 | Maja Brinkmann 56:23 |
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3 |
Nesley Gawaseb 50:58 | Taliza Steenkamp 58:47 |
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