South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
Sat, 29 Aug 2026
Start 06:00
Verified
2026
Road
Metropolitan Miles of Hope Marathon
Organised by Metropolitan
Last updated 23 Jul 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Verified — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 Metropolitan Miles of Hope Marathon will take place Saturday, 29 August 2026 from 06:00, at Lesotho China Fellowship Collegiate in Maseru, Maseru, Lesotho. Distances include a 21km, 10km and 5km races.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
29 Aug 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | International | Type | Start | Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Marathon | LSL 390 | ZAR 490 | Road | 06:00 | — |
| 10km Road Race | LSL 360 | ZAR 460 | Road | 06:00 | — |
| 5km Fun Run/Walk | LSL 330 | ZAR 430 | Run / Walk | 06:00 | — |
Merchandise
T-Shirt
Includes: Great vibes, Goodie bag, T-shirt, race bib & medal
Free with entry
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Entries close 31 Jul 2026 or when sold out.
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Handouts
Medal to all finishers
Featured race
Featured
2026
Verified
· 3 days ago
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First start 06:30
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Half Marathon
10km
5km
Entry from R100
Open race
Location
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Lesotho China Fellowship Collegiate
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Organiser
Miles of Hope
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