Athletics: 10,000 runners expected at the 22nd Kaydan Marathon in Abidjan on November 29

The 22nd Kaydan International Marathon of the Autonomous District of Abidjan will take place on Sunday, November 29, 2026, and aims to attract more than 10,000 participants from over 45 countries. Details were presented on October 28 in Abidjan-Plateau, including a new 2.5 km race for people with reduced mobility and a corporate challenge. Runners can choose from five distances, ranging from 2.5 km to 42.195 km; all finishers will receive medals, and each senior marathon winner will receive two million CFA francs. The race will start in front of the District’s headquarters and finish at Treichville Sports Park, passing through areas including Le Plateau, Treichville, Marcory and Koumassi.