Ride for a Purpose

Join Team Retina South Africa at Ride Joburg 2026

Over the past 29 years, the Ride Joburg, proudly hosted by the vibrant City of Johannesburg, has played a pivotal role in showcasing the city’s dynamism and electric atmosphere, by giving cycling enthusiasts from around the world the chance to take to the M1 highway and own the streets of Joburg.

 

Date: 22 November 2026
Venue: Kyalami
Closing Date: Before 21 October 2026
*Closing date to register to ride with Team Retina SA.

Register to ride today so someone else can see tomorrow

Imagine if every kilometre you rode helped someone keep their independence. 

 

On 22 November, you have the opportunity to do exactly that.


By joining Team Retina South Africa at Ride Joburg, your ride becomes more than another race.


It becomes hope for someone living with vision loss.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, riding your very first 97 km, every kilometre can help change someone’s future.

 

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Your Rider Benefits

When you join Team Retina SA, you’ll receive:

  • An official Retina SA Cycling Jersey & Socks
  • A Rider Gift Bag
  • Dedicated team support throughout your fundraising journey
  • Race pack collection on your behalf
  • Post-Race Hospitality

Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to ride for a purpose and help make a lasting difference in the lives of people living with vision loss.

 

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Why Ride with Retina SA

 

Retina South Africa is a Non-Profit Organisation dedicated to supporting people living with vision loss caused by inherited retinal conditions.

When you ride for Retina SA, your fundraising helps:

  • A child receive information after diagnosis
  • A family navigate inherited vision loss
  • A para-athlete access sporting opportunities
  • Researchers move closer to better treatments
  • Build awareness so fewer people face vision loss alone

How It Works

Step 1. Join Team Retina SA

  • Complete our quick Rider Registration Form so we can welcome you to the team and guide you through the journey.

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Step 2. Register for Ride Joburg

Register for the 97 km Ride Joburg event using Retina SA’s unique charity promo code RET97 to become an official Team Retina rider.

 

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Already registered? E-Mail eventspa@retinasa.org.za to link your entry to Team Retina SA.

 

Retina South Africa logo with tagline "A Cure in Sight for Blindness." Heading reads "Ride for a Purpose — Join Team Retina SA at Ride Joburg 2026," with the Ride Joburg logo (established 1997). Background photo shows a cyclist celebrating with arms raised. Event details: 22 November 2026 at Kyalami Grand Prix. Unique code: RET97. Text reads "Register with Retina SA. Registrations close 21 October 2026." QR code included for registration. Contact details: www.retinasa.org.za, events@retinasa.org.za, 084 554 9227.

Step 3: Secure your place and make a difference

Confirm your place on Team Retina SA with a R500 donation.

 

We’ll then help you launch your personal fundraising page and support you in reaching the R2,500 fundraising target.

 

The top fundraiser will receive an exclusive prize.

 

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We look forward to having you join Team Retina SA at Ride Joburg 2026.

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