How to Register
Join thousands of runners at the Great Zimbabwe National Monument — Sunday 18 October 2026
Register on SahwiGate
Registration for 2026 is Open
Entries for the 6th Great Zimbabwe Marathon are handled through our official partner SahwiGate — a secure platform for verified event registration and payment.
Choose from four distances, complete your profile in a few steps, pay online, and receive your confirmation by email. Application fee is USD $20.00 for every category.
- 5km · 10km · 25km · 42.2km available
- Comrades Marathon qualifier (42.2km)
- Race bib, T-shirt & finisher medal included
- Secure online payment via SahwiGate
Step 1 — Choose Your Distance
Four categories for every level — from community fun run to full marathon
5 km
5km Anniversary Lap
Community fun run — perfect for families and first-timers
$20.00
10 km
10km Speed Challenge
Test your pace on a fast, scenic course
$20.00
25 km
25km Adventure Race
Heritage route through stunning landscapes
$20.00
42.2 km
42.2km Qualifier
Full marathon · Comrades qualifier · 5hr cut-off
$20.00Step 2 — Register on SahwiGate
Follow these five steps to secure your place
Go to SahwiGate
Click Register on SahwiGate on this page to open the official 2026 registration portal in a new tab.
Complete your runner profile
Enter your full name, email, gender, date of birth, phone number (WhatsApp preferred), and National ID or passport details.
Select distance & medical info
Choose your race distance, next of kin, medical aid (if applicable), T-shirt size, and any relevant health information.
Review & pay USD $20.00
Accept the event declaration, review your summary, and complete payment securely through SahwiGate.
Receive confirmation
You'll get an email confirmation with your registration reference and ticket. Keep it for race packet collection.
What You'll Need
Identity
- Valid National ID or passport
- Date of birth for age verification
- Under 18: parental consent required
Health & emergency
- Next of kin name & phone
- Medical aid details (optional)
- Declare fitness to participate
Race details
- T-shirt size (S–5XL)
- Club or organisation (optional)
- Previous editions participated
Age Requirements
Participants under 18 must have parental or guardian consent.
Registration Open
Now accepting entries
USD $20.00Registration Closes
15 October 2026
No late entriesRace Day
Sunday 18 October 2026
Start 05:30 hrs
Race Packet Collection
Collect your bib, T-shirt, and race information before event day.
Ready for the 2026 Great Zimbabwe Marathon?
Secure your spot through SahwiGate — registration takes just a few minutes.