Ladies and gentlemen, hold on to your hats because we've got some news that'll make you forget about wars and Eskom woes! Brace yourselves for the triumphant return of the Comrades Marathon, and with it, our epic Faku Charity Drive. Things are definitely looking up!
While our country's electricity supply might leave you in the dark, our charity drive keeps shining brighter than ever. Last year's drive was a smashing success, and this year we're kicking it up a notch with our snazzy betting website. Hollywoodbets, watch your back!
Now, let's talk about the competition. We've got a leaner, meaner line-up of horses on the betting card this year. Prepare for the epic comeback of Paul "Rabbi" Rabinowitz, a man with a score to settle after missing out on the silver medal by a mere 17 seconds last time. And there's a whole bunch of other fierce runners itching to claim that Silver. Oh, and let's not forget the wildcards! We've got some Faku horses who are determined to complete this iconic race, no matter the time they chase.
This year, the categories are as exciting as a herd of sardines swimming to the East Coast. Look out for the "Excellently Groomed, Properly Trained Front Runners" category for some top-notch picks. But don't you dare underestimate the "Hold my beer, I'm going to hang on for dear life for 12 hours and pretend this wasn't a dumb idea..." category, because they might surprise you near the 11:59:59 mark. These runners have been diligently clocking up the kilometres, some even resorting to Excel spreadsheets to calculate their homecoming times. Let's hope their formulas account for cramps, energy gels, and the occasional painkiller!
We're confident that this year's Faku Charity Drive will satisfy every type of punter, and as a club and community, we'll achieve something truly remarkable for LIV Village and LIV2Run through this initiative.
WHAT WE ARE TRYING TO ACHIEVE
Faku Chiefs knows that running the Comrades Marathon requires dedication and hard work. But we believe that your efforts should go beyond personal glory. That's why we've partnered with LIV Village since 2017, because we knew their incredible work could make a real difference. And when we discovered LIV2Run, their initiative to harness the power of sport for overall wellness, we knew we had found a perfect match.
As a club, our aim is simple yet powerful: to be a significant force in supporting LIV Village and LIV2Run. We want to give purpose to our existence as a group of passionate runners who love hitting the pavement and understand the profound impact it can have on all walks of life.
WHO IS LIV VILLAGE
In South Africa, there are millions of orphaned and vulnerable children, with thousands more being added every month. LIV was founded to provide holistic residential care on a large scale, partnering with government, business, and the church. Their vision is to rescue a child, restore a life, raise a leader, and release a star.
WHO IS LIV2RUN
Enter LIV2Run, a department of LIV Village dedicated to serving mothers, children, and the local community. Their passion evolved into purpose, and on June 16, 2018, LIV2Run officially became a club. Their mission? To restore, raise, and release athletes within LIV Village and disadvantaged communities all over South Africa.
LIV2Run has a dual vision: impacting vulnerable children at LIV Village and making a difference in the local community. They're currently making waves at LIV Durban and LIV Lanseria, but trust us, this is just the beginning.
So, join us in this incredible journey where running becomes a gift, transforming communities, and igniting hope. Let's make a difference together, one stride at a time!