The Early Years
2013Established in 2013, the Kampala Marathon is now 13 years old. From its first edition in Kampala, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Uganda.
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Course & Elevation
The Kampala Marathon features a scenic urban and peri-urban route through Uganda's capital city, starting and finishing at Kololo Independence Grounds. The course winds through the city's iconic hills, passing residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and offering views of Lake Victoria in the distance. Runners navigate undulating terrain typical of Kampala's distinctive topography.
Surface: road Profile: Rolling
Weather
Temperature 23°C
Humidity 68%
Rain Chance 15%
November is part of Uganda's dry season with warm, mostly pleasant conditions. Occasional morning fog typical of the East African highlands, with low rainfall risk making it favorable for distance running.
The Race
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Race Lore
Running Through a Postcard
The Kampala Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Kampala and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Africa.
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Registration
Registration Opens July
Registration Closes October
Entry Cost 280,000-450,000 UGX
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The Kampala Marathon is one of East Africa's premier urban marathons, attracting elite runners from Kenya, Ethiopia, and across the continent alongside recreational participants.
- ▸ The race starts and finishes at Kololo Independence Grounds, the historic site where Uganda celebrated independence from British colonial rule in 1962.
- ▸ Kampala's nickname 'The City of Seven Hills' is evident throughout the course, providing continuous elevation changes that test runners' endurance and strategy.
- ▸ The marathon has become a significant community event supporting local health and development initiatives, with proceeds benefiting various charitable organizations across Uganda.
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