Name: Phumi Nhlapo (name pronounced as pu:mi:)

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Interests: Books, movies, dinner with friends, travel, running

How many marathons have you run? 9 or 10 standard marathons, as well as 5 Two Oceans marathons (56km) and 2 Comrades marathons (87km).

Why did you decide to join Team African Leadership Foundation? I can completely identify with the mission and values of the African Leadership Academy. I went to a boarding school for girls that aspired to be exactly what the ALA is. I am so proud and honoured to be able to assist such a cause.

What motivates you to train everyday? If only I trained every day! I started running in order to lose some weight. Now I run simply because I enjoy it.

Favorite quote: Life's good! (This is from the LG ads and it is not very deep, but it sums things up quite nicely for me.)