Road to the 16th GA & 18th ISC

STEPS4LIFE

Every Step Towards Better Health

Bringing together students, healthcare professionals, key partners, and the Tanzanian community. Let's run, build fitness, and provide clinical support to create healthier societies.

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100% Free Entry

26th September 2026 Dar es Salaam Fun Run & Walk
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Event Quick Facts

Marathon Overview

Event Date

26 Sept 2026

Venue Location

Dar es Salaam

Event Format

Fun Run & Walk

Registrations

Open Now

Participants

500+ Expected

Our Mission

About STEPS4LIFE Marathon

STEPS4LIFE is the signature fitness and health awareness campaign of the Tanzania Medical Students' Association (TAMSA), organized as a key milestone of the Road to the 16th General Assembly & 18th International Scientific Conference.

By combining physical endurance with health awareness, this marathon promotes active, healthy lifestyles, fosters camaraderie, and inspires the community to prioritize wellness. Let us run together towards better health.

Run for a Purpose

Why Participate?

Promote Healthy Living

Inspire family, friends, and the community to engage in regular cardiovascular exercises to prevent chronic metabolic conditions.

Network with Professionals

Connect and build relationships with healthcare students, seasoned practitioners, delegates, and corporate partners.

Support Community Health

Raise awareness on cardiovascular fitness, wellness, and preventive health practices directly benefiting the community.

Join Future Health Leaders

Stand alongside students and help promote preventative healthcare policies directly at the community level.

Group & Bulk Registration

Register your running club, university chapter, class or colleagues of up to 10 runners easily in one quick submission.

Dar es Salaam Coastal Route

Marathon Route Map

START LINE COORDINATES

-6.761584, 39.282190

Coco Beach / Oysterbay Area

FINISH LINE COORDINATES

6°48'10.6"S 39°17'16.3"E

Gymkhana / Posta Area

Hydration & Support

Water support tables and EMT medical teams every 2.5 KM.

Event Timeline

Schedule of Activities

05:30 AM - 06:00 AM

Participant Arrival & Check-in

Bib confirmation, final race guidelines, and gear drop-off.

06:00 AM - 06:20 AM

Physio-guided Aerobics Warm-up

Energetic warm-up stretches headed by sports trainers.

06:30 AM

Official Flag-off

All runners and walkers flag off together along the coastal route.

08:30 AM - 09:15 AM

Award Ceremony & Addresses

Special recognitions and speeches from TAMSA officials.

09:30 AM Onwards

Post-Run Refreshments & Networking

Refreshment drinks, recovery sessions, and networking among delegates and runners.

Help & Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate?

Is registration free?

Is medical and hydration support available during the run?

Every Step Creates Impact

Join STEPS4LIFE, support healthier communities in Dar es Salaam, and be part of the Road to the 16th GA & 18th ISC.