The 2nd Edition of the Virunga Gorilla Marathon has officially been launched at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The marathon, themed “Run for the Green: Every Step Plants a Tree,” will be held on May 31, 2025, in Kisoro and focuses on wildlife conservation, particularly gorilla preservation.
The State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, emphasized the importance of the marathon in promoting tourism and creating youth employment opportunities, highlighting Kisoro’s natural attractions. He recognized the contributions of various marathon organizers in boosting Uganda’s profile and announced his intention to run 10 kilometers in the event, encouraging public participation in support of gorilla conservation.