A new tradition for Kinshasa’s student community

The Academia Fun Run 2025 is a brand-new initiative by Congo River Marathon Events, bringing together students and teachers from across Kinshasa to celebrate health, teamwork, and community impact through running.

This first edition is more than a race—it’s a movement to inspire active lifestyles on campus while strengthening connections between universities, faculties, and the next generation of changemakers.

Key Highlights

• First university-focused race in Kinshasa

• 10K run celebrating youth, creativity, and collaboration

• T-shirt design contest in partnership with Académie des Beaux-Arts

• Cross-university participation from business, medical, journalism, and arts faculties

• Student-led roles in event organization and race-day support

• Exclusive event gear: bib, t-shirt, medal, and access to the award ceremony

• Post-run Community Gathering with music, food, drinks, and student activities

Event Details

Location: Downtown Kinshasa (start/finish and route to be announced)
Date & Time: Sunday, November 9, 2025
Entry Fee: $10 – includes bib, event t-shirt, medal, refreshments, and access to the post-race gathering

Join Us

Be part of the 1st edition of this exciting new chapter in Kinshasa’s student life.
Spread the word, bring your classmates and professors, and let’s run together for health, unity, and inspiration.