African Runners is a term used to describe the traditional long-distance runners of the African continent. These runners have been known to run for days at a time, covering hundreds of miles in a single journey. The term 'Elands' is a reference to one of the most famous African Runners, Elanda Mokoena, who ran from South Africa to Mozambique in just over two weeks. Elanda Mokoena was an inspiration to many and his story has been told in books, films, and documentaries.