Absa Black Star Marathon Launched
The Absa Black Star Marathon 2025 has been launched at the Absa Club House, Accra, on Monday, 5 May. All the stakeholders attended the prestigious launch of the mega event. The Absa Black Star Marathon is the only marathon (42.2 km) road running event in Ghana in 2025.
Dr Eric Kwame Adae SpeechÂ
The founder and race director of the Black Star Marathon, Dr Eric Kwame Adae, joined online from the United States of America (USA). He described the events as a celebration of movement and not rather than a race. The marathon’s theme was inspired by the Pan-Africanist ideals of Marcus Garvey, “Your Story Matters”.
“This race belongs to you, to elite athletes, wheelchair racers redefining strength, and everyday heroes running for loved ones or healing,” Dr Adae revealed. “Your pace doesn’t matter. Your story does.”
The marathon will feature two categories: a 42.2km marathon and a 10km race, both inclusive of wheelchair competitions. “Inclusion isn’t optional; it’s essential,” Dr Adae emphasised, noting that the event aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and aims to boost sports tourism in Ghana and Africa.
Absa Bank Ghana Support
The Marketing and Corporate Affairs Director of headline sponsor Absa Bank Ghana, Nana Essilfuah Tamakloe, reiterated the bank’s commitment to social impact. “This marathon is a Force-for-Good,” she said, revealing that proceeds will fund kidney dialysis treatments for underprivileged patients, athlete development, and youth empowerment.
The Ghana Tourism Development Company Pledge
The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) also pledged robust support, with CEO Prof. Kobby Mensah announcing plans for a groundbreaking sports parade featuring athletes on a double-decker bus. “We’ll showcase Accra like never before, making this one of the world’s premier marathons,” he said.
How To Register For The 2025 Absa Black Star MarathonÂ
Registration can be done through the shortcode *713*33*22# or the official website, www.blackstarmarathon.com.