Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD
Get unlimited access to 10,000+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just
Try GOLD - Free
Gauta BMX cyclists inspire with their epic journey from Limpopo to Cape Town
Cape Times
|April 15, 2025
THREE young Limpopo men who captured the nation’s heart with their journey all the way to Cape Town, yesterday reached the end of a physically and psychologically challenging cycle.
The cyclists driven by passion, perseverance and a spirit of unity, are Karabo Mokowo from Riba cross in Sekhukhune District aged 21, Mahlakwane Gauta from Ga Mathabathe-Makgoba Capricorn District aged 22, and Ndo Maxwell from Vhembe aged 24.
The three cyclists, known as Gauta BMX, have been on a mission to cycle all the way to Cape Town with hopes of inspiring young people across the country.
Their campaign is also dedicated to raising awareness about Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and other social ills affecting South African communities.
As they have travelled across the country they raised support and managed to collect donations. Many fellow South Africans were inspired by their journey as they followed along on social media. The cyclists arrived at City Hall just after 2pm yesterday.
Maxwell was moved to tears with what they were able to achieve.
“Tt wasn't easy to reach Cape Town. It was a hectic journey but through the support and love of South Africa, we've managed to reach our destination safely.
This story is from the April 15, 2025 edition of Cape Times.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Cape Times
Cape Times
G20 Summit exposes stark divide: Europe backs Ukraine, Global South demands Gaza unity
THE divisions among G20 leaders over global conflicts shows that European leaders increasingly treat the war in Ukraine as the defining strategic crisis of the era, overshadowing even the turmoil in Gaza.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Cupido transforms Stellies’ campaign as focus shifts back to league revival
STELLENBOSCH FC made a promising start to their CAF Confederation Cup Group C campaign with a crucial 1-0 victory over Congolese rivals AS Otoho at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Sunday.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Back-to-back unbeaten tours on the line for Springboks in Cardiff
THE Springboks have set their sights on making it five wins from five on their November tour, with Wales their final hurdle of 2025.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Blitzboks seek perfect Dubai launch to fuel Cape Town title defence
THE Springbok Sevens have set their sights on going back-to-back in Cape Town this December, as they look to defend their title.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Higher hake catches and strong Lucky Star sales drives Oceana Group's profit growth
THE Oceana Group’s operating profit increased by a striking 58% for the year to September 30 after the performance benefited from a strong turnaround in the Wild Caught Seafood segment and steady Lucky Star Foods results.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Hezbollah chief killed in Beirut
ISRAEL killed Hezbollah’s military chief in a strike on Beirut at the weekend, the Israeli military and the militant group said, hitting an apartment building and killing five people according to Lebanese authorities.
3 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Blues warned as Lopez grows into key Catalan threat
BARCELONAS financial struggles are no secret and the Catalans have had to lean heavily on their youth academy to provide first-team calibre players over the past few years.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Climate change and inequality are connected
AN INCREASINGLY strong case is being made to bring inequal- ity into discussions about climate change.
3 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
Marco Jansen bounces in as series-defining force in India
“I JUST want to be like you!”
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Cape Times
What City of Cape Town's informal settlements initiative omits
HOUSING lobby group Ndifuna Ukwazi says upgrading informal settlements is urgent and long overdue, but it cannot be the final goal as a humane standard of living requires integration and access to economic opportunities.
2 mins
November 25, 2025
Listen
Translate
Change font size