14 April 2017
Save South Africa backs 2 Oceans Marathon ‘Black Armband Campaign’ (BAC)
The Save South Africa campaign fully supports runners wearing black armbands in tomorrow’s 2 Oceans Marathon, and calls on more runners – and spectators along the route – to do the same.
We encourage athletes to make their own black armbands and wave flags along the way, in support of the “Black Armband Campaign” (BAC) -- which we see as an excellent way for South Africans to show their support for a government free from corruption and nepotism, and in support of a national leadership that is ethical, respects our constitutions and acts in the interest of the people.
Save South Africa steering committee member Mark Heywood will be among those wearing black armbands, which he says is to "signify that our country is in danger".
The 2 Oceans organising committee has stated that they cannot support the campaign, even though we have emphasised that this is not a political protest. However, we will abide by their rules.