Deep South Walk/Run For Women
“last year, the deep south walked in purple to raise awareness on our side of the world for @womenforchangesa
this year, we’re doing it again. i’ve already spoken with the same authorities i did last year.
more women. more people. more purple. more voices. more fucking attention.
our deep south women’s walk is back, and i want the whole community there. bring your friends, your family, your neighbours, your colleagues, everyone. and please bring your dogs hehe.
💜 wear purple
💜 bring someone with you”
When: New date on Sunday, 15 November 2026 | From 4pm
Where: Glencairn Beach Parking Lot to Muizenberg Train Station
Women for Change: National Shutdown
Exactly one year after gender-based violence and femicide were declared a ‘national disaster’ and the women’s shutdown of the G20, non-profit organisation Women for Change is once again asking South Africans to spend 21 November raising awareness for the victims of GBVF and calling for more action to be taken by influential institutions.
Even after a million signatures forced the government to acknowledge the severity of the epidemic, the recent wave of highly publicised murders and sexual assaults has highlighted the lack of drastic action taken by the government.
Women for Change has released the following as their official list of demands:
“By 21 November 2026, the Presidency must publish a fully costed, time-bound GBVF National Disaster implementation plan with a dedicated, transparent budget and appoint a national leader responsible for coordinating implementation and ensuring accountability across government departments. The plan must include immediate protection measures, measurable 12-month targets, complete annual femicide and child murder statistics for 2024/25 and 2025/26, long-term commitments through 2030, clearly assigned institutional responsibilities, and quarterly public progress reporting with independent oversight.“
Learn more via the website post.
When: Saturday, 21 November 2026
Take A Step Against GBV
Smile FM hosts a 5km walk, asking Capetonians to take a stand against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Participants can choose to partake in an individual walk or a family walk, which allows prams and children under 12 to participate. The annual event also features a family-filled morning of entertainment, with acts to be announced before the event begins. The event also includes a designated children’s area for kids under 12, a picnic area where participants can bring and set up their own picnics, and a variety of food trucks.
After weeks of increased scrutiny on the government following several cases of GBV, Take A Step enables participants to meaningfully contribute to the welfare of survivors, as proceeds from the event go in support of local organisations and care facilities working to end gender-based violence.
Cost: R100 per person | R50 (kids). Book now on the website.
When: 29 November 2026 | 8am – 11am
Where: Ratanga Park, 4 Conference Ln, Century City, Cape Town
1000 Women 1 Voice
“Welcome to 1000 Women Trust, a South African Women’s Rights Organisation dedicated to combating gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). For over two decades, we’ve been empowering GBV Community Organisations nationwide, advocating for change and resilience.
At 1000 Women, we stand with survivors and the organisations supporting them. We believe in equipping women with knowledge, skills, and resources to chart their own paths towards solutions. Our efforts aim to inspire, educate, and empower women, driving towards gender equality in our communities.
Be part of HER Leadership – OUR Future, a national dialogue bringing together women leaders, activists, survivors, youth, government, business, and community organisations to drive meaningful change for women and girls in South Africa.”
Find out more via the website.
When: 3 December 2026 | 12pm
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
Past events
These events have passed, but the organisers could still hold future gatherings.
Keep Her Safe
“A GLOBAL INVITATION TO THE RUNNING COMMUNITY
This week, we invite runners and running crews around the world to stand with us.
Wear BLACK 🖤 or PURPLE 💜 at your run.
For the first 1KM, run in silence – no words, just our feet moving and our steps speaking.
In memory of the fellow runner who went out for a run and never made it home.
Wherever you are, wherever you run, let’s come together agone running community.
One kilometre. One community. One message.
Let our feet speak.
Let our steps be heard.“
Organised by Somerset West Run Crew on Instagram.
In Her Honour
“In Her Honour” tribute runs for Elizabeth Moselakgomo are happening all across South Africa this week 🇿🇦🖤 Wear ALL BLACK to show solidarity.🛑 PLEASE SHARE MORE RUNS IN THE COMMENTS: If you know of a memorial run happening in your town or city, drop the time, date, and location below so people can join! Let’s run together for her memory and safety.“
Runs can be sent via comments on the Instagram post.
Run For Your Life
Those prepared to get involved in this national protest run against femicide can contact Deirdre King.
Running Late Club
“🖤 LET’S STAND TOGETHER FOR WOMEN’S SAFETY 🖤
In response to recent incidents, we’re standing united for women’s safety, while honouring the lives of women who have been lost. 🖤
Come dressed in black to our run (Wednesday, 16/09). More details as seen in our post. 🖤
We’ll meet at The Deck, Mouille Point. Once we are all gathered we will all link up with @crrc_ct & @runnerssouthafrica for a big community run together! 🖤”
Updates available via Running Late Club.
When: 16 September 2026 | From 5.45pm
Where: The Deck, Mouille Point
Must Love Hills
“It doesn’t start with murder. It starts with the joke in the group chat, the comment about what she’s wearing, the guy who keeps pushing after she’s said no.
MustLoveHills stands with women. We don’t tolerate any of it, at any level, and that includes the small stuff often ignored. We’re committed to creating a safe space for all, especially women, to enjoy this sport we love. We run weekly and you are always always welcome to join.
Tonight we’re joining our fellow run-crews for the Allyship Run. 5 to 6km from The Lighthouse at Mouille Point, 18h00 start.”
Information via Instagram.
When: 16 September 2026 | From 6pm
Where: The Lighthouse, Mouille Point
Rabbit Run Cult
“Stop telling women how to stay safe.
MEN are the ones making women unsafe.
We’ll be running together in all black, and you best believe we will not be running quietly.
📍 @gypsyrabbitcpt – 110 Bree Street
Purple ribbons will be handed out.”
When: 17 September 2026 | Meet from 5.45pm, run from 6.15pm
Where: Gypsy Rabbit, 110 Bree Street
UCT United In Grief
“Vigil for the lives lost to GBVF, with a keynote speaker from Women for Change.”
Information via Women for Change founder Sabrina Walter.
When: 18 September | 6pm – 7pm
Where: Sarah Baartman Stairs @ University of Cape Town
Stellenbosch Anti-GBV Community
“Dear Maties, we invite you to walk with us in solidarity with those affected by the ongoing violence in our nation. This walk is a moment to honour those lives who have been lost, stand together against gender-based violence, and remind one another that even in mourning, our voices matter.“
Information via Instagram.
When: 18 September 2026 | 6pm for 6.30pm
Where: Top of Victoria St, Irene Residence
Ultra Run Club
“LET HER RUN.
This Saturday we run for her. For every woman who deserves to make it home.
• Sat, 19 Sept
• Time: 7:00am
📍Platō Cafe Riverlands, Observatory. Cape Town
Come dressed in Black for…
a mother.
a wife.
a sister.
a woman.
Community is stronger together.”
Information via Instagram.
When: 19 September 2026 | From 7am
Where: Plato Cafe, Riverlands Mall, Observatory
Second Wind Run Club
“NO WOMAN SHOULD HAVE TO RUN IN FEAR!
Second wind stands united for woman’s rights and safety🖤
Join us this Sunday as we run/walk in solidarity against gender based violence! 💜
🗓️20 September 2026
⏰Meet 8:15AM | Start 8:30AM
📍Bootlegger Claremont, 21 Dreyer Street
👕Dress Code: Black or Purple 💜🖤
Enough is Enough!
@womenforchangesa“
Information via Instagram.
When: 20 September 2026 | Meet 8.15am for 8.30am start
Where: Bootlegger Claremont, 21 Dreyer Street
Run 4 Her
“As one of Cape Town’s women-only running communities, it is with heavy hearts that we have decided to dedicate this Saturday’s run to the memory of our sister, Elizabeth. 🕊️
Elizabeth’s story is a devastating reminder of the reality so many women face, and it has deeply shaken our running community and beyond.
This is not a trend.
This is not content.
This is not a moment to seek attention.
This is about a life.
A sister.
A daughter.
A family.
A woman whose life mattered.
We run this Saturday in her memory, in solidarity with her loved ones, and for every woman who deserves to feel safe while running, walking, going home, or simply living her life.
May Elizabeth never be reduced to a headline.
We remember her. We honour her. We stand together.”
More information via Instagram.
When: 19 September 2026 | From 7.30am
Where: Table Bay Mall
Run For Her
“She went out for a run. She should have come home.
This week’s Crew Run is dedicated to remembering the women whose lives have been taken by femicide.
Femicide is an ongoing crisis in South Africa. Awareness alone is not enough. Ending it requires all of us to recognise the violence women face, challenge what allows it to continue and refuse to accept it as normal.
We run to remember those we have lost, to stand in solidarity with women and to recognise that what we do after this run matters too.“
Wear black. Take a purple ribbon. Run for HER✊.”
More information via Instagram.
When: 16 September 2026 | From 6pm
Where: SportSA Paarl
Coffee Run Fridays
“All paces welcome. Join us by wearing black or purple as we run together in solidarity for women’s safety.”
Updates via Instagram.
When: 18 September 2026 | 6am for 6.15am
Where: Plato, Green Point
After 8 Sistahood
“As we mourn the women lost to violence, we invite women and non-binary folk to join us in true After 8 style: to grieve, rage, stitch, talk, remember, and simply be together in public space after dark.
We have one wonderful sista willing to host us around the Common, but we’d love a few more neighbourhood hosts. If you’re from the Rondebosch area and can help out, please send us a message.”
When: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | From 8pm
Where: Rondebosch Common
Endure Collective
“We see how so many people are showing up, sharing and engaging with this very important topic. We are creating that space as well.
Join us…
FOR HER, WE RUN
A run in solidarity against gender-based violence and femicide.
On Sunday, 4 October 2026, we’ll be gathering in Blouberg for a run/walk in support of ending GBV&F. Afterwards, we’ll meet on the beach for a one-minute silence, followed by an opportunity to reflect and share in an open, safe space for meaningful conversation.
This is not a fundraiser, and nothing is for profit. It is simply a community-led initiative to create awareness, honour the women who never came home, and hold space around an issue that affects all of us.
We’re being mindful that this should never feel like brand promotion, but rather collective support around an issue that affects us all.
Everyone is welcome. You can run, walk, show up quietly, or simply stand in solidarity.”
When: Sunday, 4 October 2026 | From 7am
Where: Eden on the Bay, Blouberg, Cape Town
We Run Without Fear
“We run because every woman deserves to move freely, safely, and without fear, day or night.
Join @runitstylish @marindeklerk @donnyduckie as we #RunForOurLives, a 24-hour non-stop awareness run around Rondebosch Common to take a stand against gender-based violence. Whether you run or walk, come for one loop or stay for hours, your presence makes a difference.”
When: Friday & Saturday, 25 & 26 September 2026 | 7pm – 7pm
Where: Rondebosch Common
Vitality SA
“Calling runners and walkers everywhere, let’s run in pink for Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo.
Join us this week as we paint the roads pink for Tsontso, our Team Vitality member who was taken from us too soon.
Let’s honour her life on:
📅 Thursday and Saturday at a Team Vitality Zone near you
📅 Saturday morning at a parkrun near you
🏃♀️ Or any other group run happening in your area.
If you would like to support Tsontso’s family and contribute towards the long-term financial security of her daughter, you will soon be able to donate your Điscovery Miles through a Team Vitality donation campaign. We will share more details in the coming days.”
Information via Instagram.
