A group of women from Soweto warm up before the start of the Active Ageing older persons games for the elderly over 60 years of age in Alexandra township, Johannesburg. 380 people took part in the event which saw people which are over 60 years in age from Gauteng compete against each other in various track and field events. The events included the 100m – 800m track events, jukskei, rugby throw and pass the ball. Aug 2013
An elderly woman waves as she arrives for the Active Ageing older persons games. Aug 2013
Two spectators watch the action at the Active Ageing older persons games. Aug 2013
People in the crowd watch the action. Aug 2013
A competitor takes part in the ring throw. Aug 2013
A woman practices the ring throw before the start of the Active Ageing older persons games for the elderly over 60 years of age in Alexandra township, Johannesburg. 380 people took part in the event which saw people which are over 60 years in age from Gauteng compete against each other in various track and field events. The events included the 100m – 800m track events, jukskei, rugby throw and pass the ball. Aug 2013
Athletes take part in pass the ball. Aug 2013
Spectators cheer as athletes cross the line in the 800m. Aug 2013
Grannies congratulate each other after competing in an event. Aug 2013
A competitor receives attention after completing the 800m event. Aug 2013
Competitors set off the the 200m event. Aug 2013
Daniel Born 