Overview
- The pair were officially unveiled at Hollywoodbets headquarters in Durban on January 22, confirming their switch from Nedbank Running Club.
- Hollywood Athletics said the athletes arrive with coach Dave Adams and their wider support group to strengthen a cohesive elite setup.
- The club also announced additions including Comrades gold medallist Johannes Makgetla and rising talent Ruben Mosiane to deepen its squad.
- Nedbank confirmed it did not renew the athletes’ contracts due to requested monthly retainers and introduced a 2026 intake centered on KwaZulu-Natal, naming Sithembiso Mqhele, Musawenkosi Mthalane, Sinethemba Tshangase, Bonginkosi Mavuso, Thokozani Mbambo and Dion Ross.
- Dijana and Mothibi rejected claims that money drove their move, describing it as a step for growth, as the build-up continues to the Two Oceans on April 11 and the Comrades Marathon up run on June 14.