Presley Govender

Rise Against Hunger

Personal Message:

Presley shall be participating in the Comrades Marathon on the 10 June 2025, from Pietermaritzburg to Durban. Presley says that “Participating in sport and ultra endurance events helps me to maintain a physically active and healthy lifestyle. He further emphasizes that regular physical exercise is important to improve cardiovascular health and the prevention or effective management of health-related illnesses, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Presley Govender is not just a dedicated athlete but also a passionate advocate for social causes. This year, he completed the gruelling Comrades Marathon to raise funds for Rise Against Hunger Africa, a non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing hunger and malnutrition. Presley’s journey began as a personal fitness challenge, evolving into a passion for long-distance ultra endurance events and making a difference. He has completed numerous marathons, inspiring those around him by pushing his limits. “Running the Comrades Marathon is deeply personal for me,” says Presley. “It’s about testing my boundaries and supporting a cause I believe in. Rise Against Hunger Africa plays a crucial role in addressing hunger and malnutrition, and I am honoured to contribute to their mission.”