{"id":6903,"date":"2025-08-20T04:37:55","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T07:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/?p=6903"},"modified":"2026-04-19T14:42:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T17:42:02","slug":"world-sports-betting-joins-forces-with-randburg-harriers-running-club-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/africa\/world-sports-betting-joins-forces-with-randburg-harriers-running-club-in-south-africa","title":{"rendered":"World Sports Betting joins forces with Randburg Harriers Running Club in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Betting powerhouse backs grassroots running with club rebrand and sponsorship of major races. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

South Africa.- World Sports Betting<\/strong> has entered the athletics arena, partnering with the Randburg Harriers Running Club to back grassroots sport while strengthening community engagement in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The running club based in the popular city of Johannesburg will now officially be known as the World Sports Betting (WSB) Randburg Harriers Running Club<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project shows the betting company\u2019s commitment to grassroots sport and nurturing future sports stars, creating new opportunities for runners of all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nick Moyo<\/strong>, Sponsorship Manager at World Sports Betting, said: “This is more than a sponsorship, it\u2019s a shared vision. Both organisations are fundamentally committed to strengthening community ties, fostering athletic growth and making sport accessible to all.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WSB\u2019s support goes beyond naming rights. The company will become the title sponsor<\/strong> for two of the club\u2019s most popular races in 2026<\/strong>, including the Valentine\u2019s 10\u202fkm Night Race and the Easter 100 Race. Both events are major highlights on South Africa\u2019s running calendar, drawing athletes from across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moyo added: \u201cAs a proudly South African brand, WSB is honoured to deepen our engagement with Randburg Harriers. Sport has the power to unite communities, elevate local talent<\/strong> and ignite passion, and this partnership embodies those values.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Members of the newly formed World Sports Betting Randburg Harriers Running Club celebrate their partnership.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 2002, WSB is South Africa\u2019s leading online sportsbook, offering betting on local and international sports, horse racing and casino games. Licensed by the Gauteng Gambling Board<\/strong>, the company is known for its innovative digital tools and active role in community initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile the WSB Randburg Harriers Running Club described the deal as a turning point for the club. Chairperson Alain van Achter<\/strong> said: \u201cTogether, we will expand athletic access, foster healthier communities and empower aspiring athletes across Johannesburg, in line with our mission of accessible sport and community upliftment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Randburg Harriers has long focused on inclusivity in sport. The club organises weekly sessions, coaching schemes, cross-country races and premier races, all with a view to developing talent while fostering community participation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The newly formed WSB Randburg Harriers Running Club is a fresh start for South African sport, equipping runners and fostering community nationwide. <\/p>\n\n\n

\n\t\t\tSee also:<\/span><\/p>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tSee also:<\/span> World Sports Betting signs three-year deal as official Comrades Marathon partner<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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