Excitement is building ahead of the Pirates 21k

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Thousands of Joburg runners are limbering up for the 47th edition of the Pirates 21k'' - Powered by Medshield.

It's taking place on the 16th of February.

It's the toughest half-marathon in Joburg with a rich history going all the way back to 1977.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more….
30 Jan English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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