{"id":87020,"date":"2026-04-22T08:41:53","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T08:41:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/mphaphu-wins-womens-10km-at-zululand-ultra-marathon"},"modified":"2026-04-22T09:35:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:35:58","slug":"mphaphu-wins-womens-10km-at-zululand-ultra-marathon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/mphaphu-wins-womens-10km-at-zululand-ultra-marathon","title":{"rendered":"MPHAPHU WINS WOMEN\u2019S 10KM AT ZULULAND ULTRA MARATHON"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span><b>Eswatini\u2019s rising long-distance runner Sanelisiwe Mphaphu delivered an impressive performance after winning the women\u2019s 10km race at the Zululand Ultra Marathon 2026 on Sunday, April 19, 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The event, hosted by the Zululand District Municipality, attracted a competitive field of athletes from across the region. Mphaphu stood out with a dominant run, showcasing both speed and endurance to secure a well-deserved victory.<\/p>\n<p>Mphaphu, who represents the UEDF athletics programme, has been steadily building her profile in long-distance running through consistent performances in regional events. At the Lubombo Marathon 2026, she emerged as a new force in the women\u2019s 21km field, where the UEDF rising star went on to win the race, further confirming her strength in long-distance events.<\/p>\n<p>Her win in Zululand adds to her growing list of achievements and strengthens her reputation as one of Eswatini\u2019s most promising young athletes.<\/p>\n<p>Competing across different races, Mphaphu continues to show consistency, discipline and determination, qualities that have made her one of Eswatini\u2019s most promising young athletes. Her performances in both the 10km and 21km categories highlight her versatility and ability to compete at a high level across distances.<\/p>\n<p>Her success is also seen as a positive sign for the growth of women\u2019s athletics in Eswatini, with emerging athletes increasingly making their mark in regional competitions.<\/p>\n<p>As her career progresses, Mphaphu\u2019s achievements continue to inspire young runners and strengthen Eswatini\u2019s presence in long-distance running events.<\/p>\n<p>The Zululand Ultra Marathon continues to serve as an important development platform for athletes in the region, offering exposure and experience at a high level of competition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Eswatini<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Eswatini. Eswatini\u2019s rising long-distance runner Sanelisiwe Mphaphu delivered an impressive performance after winning the women\u2019s 10km race at the Zululand Ultra Marathon 2026 on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The event, hosted by the Zululand District Municipality, attracted a competitive field of athletes from across the region. 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