The Kigali International Peace Marathon is an annual road-based

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hosted by

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, since 2005. It is a World Athletics Label Road Race and a member of the

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. During the race weekend, a half marathon and a 10K fun run are also offered. A night run is also associated with the event, though not held during the same weekend.

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. The inaugural race was held on . The 2020 edition of the race was postponed twice before being cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Course

The marathon begins and ends in front of

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. It consists of two loops, which half marathoners run once.

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