Ekhaya was created to be a home for runners from a range of disciplines, as “ekhaya” is the isiZulu word for “at home”. Our club originated and is registered in central Johannesburg, but we operate largely as a virtual club at present, with members from across the Central Gauteng region and a growing number of members in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.
Ekhaya aims to provide opportunities for running companionship and a sense of community. We hold transparency as a core value and provide opportunities for member engagement in the day-to-day running of the club, and are guided by our values, mission and vision.
The following are our Values, Mission and Vision:
Our Vision
“Ekhaya A.C. is a fun and happy club that is transparent, inclusive and accepting of runners from all disciplines, ages and cultures.”
Our Mission
“To create a safe and inclusive home for a wide range of runners and support youth development in the sport of running.”
Read our Ekhaya A.C. Constitution to find out more about how the club is governed.
Committee Members
The current Ekhaya A.C. Committee, who will serve until April 2026 are:
Chairperson: Elin Lorimer
Vice Chairperson: Darren Braam
Treasurer: Lisa O’Reilly
Secretary: Angela Rogers
Committee Member (Events): Judy Vanderwagen
Committee Member (Head of Development): David Ndou
Committee Member: Paulina French
Youth Captain (Social Media): Tiisetso Sebata
Women’s Captain: Tamryn Lowe
Men’s Captain: Richard Asprey
Club Kit: Lee-Ann Kerr
Social Media: Michelle MacFie