By Rahim Abdul
The highly anticipated Blantyre 42.195km Marathon has been postponed from its initial date of October 4th, 2025, to November 1st, 2025.
In a press release issued on Friday, September 26, the race’s Organising Committee announced the change, citing the need for more thorough preparations to ensure a vibrant and competitive event.
According to the statement, the extra time will allow Athletics Malawi and its partners to guarantee broader participation and deliver a safe, colourful and successful marathon.
“We regret any inconvenience caused by this adjustment but we remain fully committed to delivering a safe, colourful, and successful event on November 1st,” read part of the release signed by Committee Chairperson David Pwetekani.
The marathon, one of Malawi’s biggest sporting events, is expected to attract both local and international athletes.
Pwetekani encouraged all stakeholders to embrace the change and prepare for an exciting race day.
“See you at the starting line on November 1st embrace the challenge!” he concluded.
The Blantyre Marathon is a premier long-distance race that plays a vital role in promoting athletics in Malawi while also fostering community engagement and tourism.
