The Academia Fun Run 2026 is bringing together students and teachers from across Kinshasa to celebrate health, teamwork, and community impact through running.

This second 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 change makers.

Key Highlights

• First university-focused race in Kinshasa

• 10K run celebrating youth, creativity, and collaboration

• 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, drinks, and student activities

• Prizes: Prize Money for first 3 winners female/ male plus Tombola prizes

Event Details

Location: Ave de la Justice, Réf: Hotel Rotana / SNEL

Date & Time: Sunday, May 3rd, 2026

Bib & T-Shirt Collection: from 7:00AM

Race Start: 8:00AM

Entry Fee: $10 Early Bird for Academia (Students, Teachers University Staff), $15 General Public and Registrations on Event Day

Join Us

Be part of the 2nd 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.