Jan Botha, convener of the Rotary Greatest Train Race 2011 commented: “The Rotary Greatest Train Race annually sets a new benchmark for community driven projects. The 25th anniversary race exceeded all expectations and was once again a spectacular event! Despite the substantial challenges brought about by the R555 road closure and bridge construction the Race Committee never once backed down in preparation of the 2011 event. Close to 500 volunteers and service providers worked tirelessly for months to stage this world class charity event. The financial and logistical support received from the main sponsors Anglo American, BHP Billiton Energy Coal South Africa, TRAC N4 and Xstrata SA has enabled us to pour back a substantial amount into community projects in the local communities.”
Mr. Moeketsi Mofokeng, spokesperson for Anglo American commented that the Greatest Train Race has grown to be one of the premier events in Mpumalanga and it is pleasing to know that proceeds from this race go towards making a difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate.
“The 25th GTR was an exceptional event where the organisers had to overcome numerous challenges to host it. TRAC was impressed by the spirit, courage and commitment of Rotary and every individual who made this race possible. It was an honor to be part of it. The benefits of the train race should not only be measured in the monetary value of the funds raised for charity, but also in the goodwill and sense of togetherness it has created over the past 25 years. Congratulations!” said Anita Heyl from TRAC.
A total Xstrata workforce of 1040 participated in the event. Our contribution to the 2011 Great Train Race made us proud to be associated with Rotary in its endeavors to assist the most underprivileged members of our communities. As part of enabling and involving the immediate communities in which our mines are located, Xstrata sponsored five schools namely from the townships of Phola, Rietspruit, Umhluzi and KwaGuqa and in total 23 students participated in the race. “The proceeds for the Greatest Train Race are also distributed in the community and we as XCSA are privileged to be part of this annual event. The event creates an avenue for socialising and interacting with our fellow mining houses in the area and we want to thank the organizing committee for their commitment and dedication and making the day such a success”, said Mr Henry Mushonga from Xstrata Coal.
Rotary Greatest Train Race 2011
Overall Prize Winners
Individual Walker Male Overall 01:32:57 Donald Motau Private
Individual Walker Female Overall 01:55:13 Hannalie van Zyl Private
Individual Runner Male Overall 01:22:26 Sibongiseni Skhosana Evraz Highveld
Individual Runner Female Overall 01:40:39 Lilly de Beer Private
Team Running Overall 01:28:06 Ama-Zai-Zai Zaaiman Exploration Drillling
Team Walking Overall 01:49:46 Bank Bank Anglo Coal
Team Running Primary School Overall 02:14:29 Alex Mampana A Alex Mampana Combined School
Team Walking Primary School Overall 02:33:25 Cricket Boys Cambridge Academy
Team Running High School Overall 01:47:10 Running Dudes Cambridge Academy
Team Walking High School Overall 02:25:34 Carry on Walking Cambridge Academy
Rotary Greatest Train Race 2011
Overall Time Results
1 Running (Individual) 01:22:26 7507 Sibongiseni Skhosana Evraz Highveld
2 Running (Team) 01:28:06 2793 Ama-Zai-Zai Zaaiman Exploration Drilling
3 Running (Team) 01:30:38 2338 Movers Anglo Coal Head Office
4 Walking (Individual) 01:32:57 203 Donald Motau Private
5 Running (Team) 01:33:22 2896 Moonwalkers Anglo Coal Landau Colliery
6 Running (Team) 01:34:29 2277 Siyabphambili Anglo Coal Kleinkpje Colliery
7 Running (Individual) 01:34:30 7351 Prince Ndlovu Eskom Kriel Power Station
8 Running (Team) 01:36:09 2573 Medupi Warriors Eskom Medupi Power Station
9 Running (Team) 01:36:59 3090 Boys to Man Optimum Colliery Koornfontein Mines
10 Running (Individual) 01:40:39 7101 Lilly de Beer Private
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