“Martin Kiprotich Magengo and Chekwemoi Esther Yeko won the senior men’s and women’s titles at Uganda’s 16th National Mountain Running Championships in Kapchorwa, with Magengo recording 44:25 in the men’s 12km race and Yeko clocking 53:04 in the women’s event. The championships also showcased emerging junior talent, with Sande Rotich and Chelimo Edith winning their…
“Martin Kiprotich Magengo retained the men’s senior title at the 2026 National Mountain Running Championships in Kapchorwa, finishing the 12-kilometre race in 44 minutes and 25 seconds. Chekwemoi Esther Yeko won the women’s senior race in 53 minutes and four seconds, highlighting Uganda’s developing mountain-running talent and the importance of domestic competition ahead of future…
“About 500 participants bought kits for a five-kilometre charity run at Kyambogo University to support efforts to improve education for vulnerable children, including those living in refugee settlements. Organised by Risen Sustainable Development in partnership with Favrhood, the event brought together students from six universities and promoted community engagement rather than competition.” Campus-to-community charity run…
“Ugandan distance runner Martin Musau won the 2026 EDP Lisbon Marathon in Portugal in a personal-best time of 2:08:07, pulling away from Kenyan challengers Gilbert Korir and Stephen Chebon during the closing kilometres. The victory improved Musau’s previous personal best by 35 seconds and strengthened Uganda’s profile in international road running.” Martin Musau’s Lisbon Marathon…
“Musobo won the men’s half marathon at Spain’s Bilbao Night Running Fest on 17 October, clocking 1:00:34 on his debut at the distance. His performance broke the previous course record and added another international road-running victory to Uganda’s distance-running achievements.” Uganda’s Musobo announces himself on the international road-running stage Ugandan long-distance runner Deogracius Musobo delivered…
“Uganda’s 16th National Mountain Running Championships were expected to bring together more than 500 athletes from clubs around the country, with national titles and preparation for the 2027 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships at stake. The competition was designed to assess emerging and established runners on demanding terrain in Kapchorwa, while helping Uganda identify…
