Kigali_International_Peace_Marathon

Kigali International Peace Marathon

Kigali International Peace Marathon

Annual race in Rwanda since 2005

The Kigali International Peace Marathon[lower-alpha 1] is an annual road-based marathon hosted by Kigali, Rwanda, since 2005.[1][6] It is a World Athletics Label Road Race and a member of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races.[7][8] During the race weekend, a half marathon and a 10K fun run[lower-alpha 2] are also offered.[9] A night run is also associated with the event, though not held during the same weekend.[10]

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History

In 2004, during the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide a decade earlier, Soroptimist International decided to organize a marathon to promote the development of peace through sports.[1][6] The inaugural race was held on 15 May 2005.[1][5]

The 2020 edition of the race was postponed twice before being cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.[11][12]

Course

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The marathon begins and ends in front of BK Arena.[13] It consists of two loops, which half marathoners run once.[13]

Winners

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Notes

  1. It has also been referred to as the "Kigali Marathon", "Kigali Peace Marathon", "Kigali International Marathon", and "Rwanda Peace Marathon".[1][4] In addition, the inaugural race was also called the "Soroptimist International Peace Marathon".[5]
  2. The race is not timed.[9]

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    "General Info – Kigali Marathon". Archived from the original on 29 May 2022.
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