Uganda\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has thrown open the starting gates to the world, inviting diplomats, tourists, and sports enthusiasts to lace up for the Fourth Edition of the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon in Kasese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a high-energy launch at the Ministry\u2019s headquarters, Permanent Secretary Vincent Bagiire Waiswa declared the event a \u201cpowerful platform\u201d for boosting Uganda\u2019s global influence, driving economic growth, and showcasing the country\u2019s stunning natural beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Ministry struck a deal with organizers in February, dispatching embassies and missions worldwide to market the race as a flagship sports tourism event. The push has already reached Washington D.C., Pretoria, Dar es Salaam, Guangzhou, Arusha, Nairobi, Mombasa, and the UAE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marathon founder Amos Wekesa said the race has transformed Kasese from a region once marked by insecurity into a bustling hub for global runners, nature lovers, and investors. With 34 countries represented and hotel bookings in Kasese already topping 75%, he called the event \u201ca game-changer\u201d for the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Uganda\u2019s only internationally certified marathon, the Rwenzori race offers a breathtaking course past the snow-capped Rwenzoris, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake George, and the Equator\u2014while doubling as a call to action on climate change and conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Ministry urged Ugandans and visitors alike to head to Kasese\u2014whether to run, cheer, or simply soak in \u201ca celebration of endurance, unity, and Uganda\u2019s unmatched beauty.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Uganda\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has thrown open the starting gates to the world, inviting diplomats, tourists, and sports enthusiasts to lace up for the Fourth Edition of the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon in Kasese. In a high-energy launch at the Ministry\u2019s headquarters, Permanent Secretary Vincent Bagiire Waiswa declared the event a \u201cpowerful platform\u201d for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27983,"featured_media":40316,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_paywall_metabox":[],"jnews_override_counter":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[356],"tags":[31,9071],"class_list":["post-40315","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-big-story","tag-featured","tag-tusker-lite-rwenzori-marathon"],"yoast_head":"\n