The alleged exclusion of Indonesians from the running group has resurfaced claims that racism and colourism are well and alive in Bali
4-MIN READ4-MIN ListenResty Woro YuniarPublished: 8:00pm, 28 Jul 2026Updated: 8:07pm, 28 Jul 2026A running club in Bali’s expatriate hub of Canggu has become the latest flashpoint in an enduring debate over whether Indonesians are being sidelined in parts of their own country.Indonesian immigration authorities have blacklisted two Dutch nationals linked to Entourage running club after an online outcry over the alleged exclusion of locals from the popular group.
The incident echoes long-standing concerns about discrimination against Indonesians on the resort island.
The furore has also underlined the challenge facing law enforcement as officials try to rein in foreign-run activities suspected of breaching immigration and business rules, despite recent efforts to stop the practice early.
The controversy flared after several Indonesian residents in Bali shared screenshots showing their attempts to join the Canggu-based club, which had organised early-morning silent disco runs in May and June.
