Karabo Letebele Clocks 10.11s at 18—Africa’s Sprinting Prodigy Eyes NCAA Stardom

Johannesburg, South Africa – November 8, 2025

Just two weeks after breaking the African and South African records in the 60m, Karabo Letebele, only 18 years old, has once again electrified the track—this time with a blistering 10.11 seconds in the 100m, improving on his previous personal best of 10.17s.

Letebele’s rise marks a generational shift in South African sprinting. The baton is being passed, and the future looks secure.

“There’s no rush with Karabo,” said Munya Maraire, CEO of World Wide Scholarships (WWS). “These results are the product of a systematic and calculated training program led by Coach Hermann. We’re proud of the team around Karabo—this success confirms we’re heading in the right direction.”

Despite a season filled with niggling injuries, Letebele has shown exceptional mental resilience. “He’s incredibly strong between the ears,” Maraire added. “Karabo is not just South Africa’s future—he’s the future of global sprinting.”

Letebele is now preparing to take his talent to the USA NCAA circuit next year, where his 100m time of 10.11s would have placed him 4th in this year’s NCAA final—a staggering benchmark for an athlete still in his teens. He is currently the most sought-after sprinting recruit in the NCAA, with top programs across the United States vying for his signature.

“I just need to focus on running through the line!” said Letebele. “I looked at the clock and didn’t believe my eyes when I saw 8 seconds and there was only 10 metres to go. I’m excited and ready for next week.”