Run for the Bibleless 2026
Bible Man (Panashe Nyamande)
Bunny Park Event
The Run for the Bibleless 2026 took place on Saturday 14 March. The day began under uncertain skies, with some forecasts predicting rain. Despite this, we couldn’t have asked for a better day, with no rain and a welcome break from the intense heat experienced in previous years—an answer to prayer.
The set-up went smoothly, with everything ready on time, setting the stage for a great event. The atmosphere was vibrant throughout, with the duo of Bible Man and the MC bringing energy and enthusiasm. Impromptu moments of singing and dancing added to the joyful spirit, making it a memorable and uplifting occasion for all involved.
Featured in the Benoni Times
We are grateful to the Benoni Times for featuring the run and comments from participants, who share why they joined and the importance of Bible translation to them personally. You can read the full article here.
LuminAfrica Collaboration
LuminAfrica Director, Hans Combrink, posing with Bible Man at R4TB 2026
LuminAfrica is a Bible Translation collaborative of organisations based in South Africa. Together with key resource partners (such as The Seed Company), Wycliffe South Africa, SIL, Bible Society of South Africa, Hands With Words, The Word For The World, and Biblica, combine their strengths to support one another in addressing regional Bible translation needs. This year included participation from LuminAfrica’s Executive Director, Hans Combrink, who formed a strong relay duo with his wife, Patricia. Several partner organisations were also present as exhibitors in Benoni, demonstrating their shared commitment to practical collaboration. The Directors and CEOs of these organisations make up the Steering Committee, meeting regularly online and in Cape Town for in-person engagement. Incoming Board Chair, Karen Floor, who led Wycliffe SA until 2021, continues to be a valuable resource to Bible translation efforts globally. For more information about LuminAfrica and the 14 projects they support across southern Africa, visit www.luminafrica.bible
| Fun Run - 7km | Fun Run - 3.5km |
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1st place - Khanye Mabula, Impact Missions |
1st place - Josh Soal, Rosebank Union Church 1st female - Emily Wilkins, God First Benoni 1st under 16 - Reuben Bester, Benoni Baptist |
| Kid's Race | Ages |
| 1st boy - Samuel Govender, House of the Lord 1st girl - Oona Braganca, House of the Lord |
Oldest fun runner - Ian McNair, 80, Connexions |
| Church with most Runners | Most Helpful Volunteer |
| God First Benoni | Christine Roberts, Sunshine Community Outreach |
| Bible Relay Team | |
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House of the Lord Kira Hartmann |
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| Prizes Pending | |
| Individual with most sponsorship Church with most sponsorship Church with most runners – God First Benoni – prize still to be given |
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“What a great time and an amazing initiative!! Thank you.”
“Was well organised and a lovely event for a great cause. Room for improvement: More marketing so we can have more people aware of the event for next year.”
“Well done to the organizers as well as the workers. Most enjoyable morning - thank you.”
“I really enjoyed the run!!!!! There were nice food stands and we really enjoyed the time with other believers!!”
“I thought that the event was very well organized with tapes around the route, security presence, a water station, efficient registration, great shirts and even medals for participants! It was a pleasure to participate in an event for such a good cause.”
“Well run. Lots of valuable feedback from Wycliffe given. MC was brilliant.”
