Walk the Talk
Event Details
SUNDAY,
26 JULY 2026
All Day
S Park Ln, New Doornfontein, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
Age Restrictions:
All ages allowed
Location
S Park Ln, New Doornfontein, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
What the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk is about
This year, Walk the Talk returns reimagined as the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk, in partnership with Jozi My Jozi and hosted by the City of Joburg. On Sunday, 26 July 2026, thousands of walkers will reclaim the inner city streets in a powerful urban experience that celebrates community, resilience, and the true “gold” of Jozi - its people. Starting and finishing at Ellis Park Stadium, routes wind through some of Jozi’s most loved precincts, showcasing its rich architecture, creative hubs, and vibrant public spaces.
Walking for Johannesburg’s homeless community
This year’s walk puts a special spotlight on homelessness, with a mission to “make the invisible visible” and shift how we see and support people experiencing homelessness. Instead of once-off handouts, the walk champions a more responsible way to help - one that restores dignity, agency, and real pathways out of homelessness.
Through Mi-Change digital vouchers, powered by the Zlto platform and distributed via partners like MES and U-Turn, walkers can enable access to meals, showers, clothing, toiletries, and safe shelter for people experiencing homelessness. Each voucher becomes a stepping stone towards stability, connecting people to services that are brief, effective, and non-recurring, so that homelessness does not become a life sentence. By signing up and choosing to support the cause, you are literally walking the talk for a more inclusive and compassionate Johannesburg.
Routes, vibe and who it’s for
There is a distance and a pace for everyone, whether you are a seasoned walker, heading out with family, or bringing your colleagues along. Routes of 5 km, 8 km, and 15 km are planned, all designed to be pram and wheelchair-friendly so that Jozi can show up together across generations and abilities. From creative neighbourhoods and historic landmarks to bustling inner-city streets, you will see your city from a fresh perspective - safely, together, and on foot. Expect music, atmosphere, and that unmistakable Jozi spirit from start to finish at Ellis Park.
Route snapshot
| Distance | Experience highlight | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 km | Relaxed city loop, perfect for families and first-timers. | Families, casual walkers, all ages. |
| 8 km | Deeper dive into Jozi’s creative and historic inner city. | Friends, social teams, regular walkers. |
| 15 km | Big-day-out urban challenge through iconic precincts. | Fit walkers, corporates, club groups. |
Walk with purpose - sign up now
Entries for the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk 2026 are officially open, but spots are limited. Every entry helps bring people back into the city, supports a smarter response to homelessness, and adds one more voice to a growing movement to love, protect, and reimagine Jozi.
Head to the official event page at walkthetalk.co.za to choose your distance, register your crew, explore transport options and opt in to support the homelessness initiative via Mi-Change vouchers.