Cashew Marathon returns to Mtwara with new races

The Cashewnut Board of Tanzania and Rhino Sports Talents Promotion have unveiled equipment for the fourth Cashew Marathon set for November 29, 2025, in Mtwara, featuring expanded race categories including a 2.5-kilometer children's run for ages 6 to 13 and a 3-kilometer senior division for participants 60 to 95 years old. The event will retain its traditional 5-kilometer, 10-kilometer and 21-kilometer distances while emphasizing cashew industry promotion, consumption awareness and value-added processing opportunities.

Marathon Coordinator Nelson Mrashani from Rhino Sports Talents Promotion encouraged families to register young participants to develop internationally competitive athletes, noting that registration continues through online platforms and physical centers in Mtwara. Spokesperson Mohammed Kemkem projected more than 3,000 participants for this year's competition.

Regional Commissioner Colonel Patrick Sawala praised organizers and invited industry stakeholders, investors and families to attend. An exhibition displaying cashew-related products and activities will precede the marathon from November 24 through 28, according to Marketing and Quality Control Director Revelian Ngaiza.
 

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