By Simon Asare
Accra, March 28, GNA – The Marathon Foundation Ghana has announced prize details for the 2026 Kwahu Mountain Marathon, unveiling increased cash rewards and an expanded benefits package for participating athletes.
Under the new prize, winners in both the men’s and women’s elite categories would each receive GHS 7,000, while runnersup would earn GHS 5,000.
Thirdplace finishers will receive GHS 3,000, and fourthplace athletes would take home GHS 1,000.
Organisers said this year’s marathon set for Saturday, April 4, 2026, would feature two race categories: a 21km competition for professional athletes and a 5km run open to corporate organisations.
The marathon forms part of the annual Kwahu Easter festivities which is under the auspices of the Kwahu Traditional Council, and it is expected to draw thousands of participants both local and international.
The Marathon Foundation Ghana in a statement said the prize structure had been revised to offer higher cash payments and rewards extending to the top 20 finishers.
This move they say was intended to boost participation and elevate the marathon’s profile.
Organisers added that the top 20 athletes would also receive products from event sponsors, marking what they described as one of the most comprehensive reward packages offered by any road race in the country.
The Marathon Foundation Ghana said the adjustments reflect the growing stature of the Kwahu Mountain Marathon and its aim to create more opportunities for longdistance runners across the country.
Registration for the marathon is still ongoing and prospective partners can log on to the Kwahu Marathon website to register.
GNA
Kenneth Odeng Adade