Kampala — Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rebecca Kadaga will grace the inaugural Hared Source of the Nile marathon in Jinja on Sunday. Organising committee chairman Muhammad Amin described Kadaga's acceptance to preside over the function as a big boost. Over 900 runners have registered for the event that will start and end at the source of the world's longest river.Uganda Athletics Federation official Namayo Mawerere reported an influx of runners after the Monday deadline. Competitors can pick their vests and numbers at Nsambya Hared petrol station opposite Sharing Hall and Clive road in Jinja.
Amin said they extended the flag-off time to 9am to allow the big Kampala entry enough time to warm up for action. The race will next year be upgraded to a full marathon. Several seasoned runners including world cross-country silver medalist Moses Kipsiro and Adero Nyakisi have entered the competition.
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