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The year, run together.

From the AGM in June to Dar City Marathon, the night-time magic of DNR, the Annual Gala and the Club Anniversary on 5 February — these are the moments that hold our community together.

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9 traditions · all year round

  1. GovernanceBy 30 June every year

    Annual General Meeting

    The AGM is convened every year not later than 30 June. Members receive the report of the Management Committee, approve audited accounts, appoint statutory auditors and fix their remuneration, and elect the Officers of the Club. The AGM also considers any business proposed by the Management Committee.

  2. Year-long1 January – 31 December

    Annual Distance Challenge

    A flagship initiative to keep all members active throughout the year. Distance categories, medal costs and prizes are announced by Management before the end of January. Members must use the Club's approved tracking apps (Strava, Garmin Connect, MapMyRun) to be eligible for recognition and the end-of-year awards.

    Read the challenge letter →
  3. NetworkingFebruary or March

    Annual Gala Party

    Organised by the Sports & Events sub-committee in consultation with the Management Committee. The most important networking gathering of the year for all members — and where the Annual Distance Challenge awards (if any) are presented.

  4. Landmark raceMay or June

    Dar City Marathon

    The Club's landmark annual race, with the ambition of becoming the most prestigious race in Dar es Salaam. Categories: 5 km, 10 km and half marathon (21 km), with plans for a full marathon (42 km). The first edition was held on 23 May 2021 with more than 1,500 runners and continues to grow year after year.

    Visit Dar City Marathon →
  5. Night raceLast Sat of August / first Sat of September

    Dar Night Run (DNR)

    The Club's innovative and unique night race in Dar es Salaam. Categories: 5 km and 15 km — no winners, no prizes, all fun. The 4th edition was held on 4 September 2021 with 1,000 runners and hundreds of supporters lining the streets.

    Visit Dar Night Run →
  6. CommunityThroughout the week

    Weekday Group Runs

    Members are encouraged to organise weekday group runs in their localities and use the Club's social media to invite nearby members. The Sports & Events sub-committee ensures these runs are orderly and that the safety of members and the integrity of the Club are upheld.

    See the group run schedule →
  7. RegionalAt least once a month

    Saturday Group Runs

    Organised by the Sports & Events sub-committee at least once every month where practical given the official marathons and races on weekends. Held in all regions of Tanzania where the Club has members, coordinated by regional leaders appointed by the sub-committee.

    See the group run schedule →
  8. Tradition5 February every year

    Club Anniversary

    Marked on 5 February. In most cases at least a Group Run is organised the weekend before or after the date; in some cases it is merged with the Annual Gala Party. The Club presented members with commemorative 5th Anniversary medals — a tradition that continues every five years.

  9. CalendarAll year

    Approved Race Calendar

    The Club maintains a calendar of races and marathons annually, approved by Management for members to participate. The Secretariat arranges registration and participation in all approved races and marathons. Members participate at their own risk.

    Open the club calendar →