Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon attains global status, now a World Athletics Label Road Race

Uganda Earns First-Ever World Athletics Label Marathon

The Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon has officially been awarded World Athletics Label Road Race status, becoming the first marathon in Uganda — and the only the third one in East Africa — to receive the prestigious international designation. World Athletics Label Road Races are recognised as among the leading road races globally. The designation confirms that the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon meets stringent international standards, including AIMS…

Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon attains global status, now a World Athletics Label Road Race

From humble beginnings, the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon has continued to attain prominence, relevance and international fame. With only 800 runners 5 years ago, the run now has nearly 10,000 runners from over 50 countries across the world. Prior to the fifth edition later this season, the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon is now a World Athletics Label Road Race. The development was confirmed during the official launch of the 2026 edition at S…