01 / Fort Portal Branch
Centenary Bank
Account name
Edu-Tourism Run
Account number3100127669
Use your full name as the payment reference.
DIU at Virika Cathedral25 October 2026 · A community united for girl-child education.
7 November 2026 · Uganda
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Race daySaturday, 7 November 2026
LocationFort Portal Tourism City
Your distance5 km / 10 km / 21 km
Race kitUGX 30,000
Latest news / Community in action
· Fort Portal Tourism City
Divine International University at Virika Cathedral
A shared call to run, empower and transform lives through girl-child education.
The Vice Chancellor of Divine International University (DIU) was warmly welcomed by the clergy and faithful at Virika Catholic Cathedral in Fort Portal Tourism City during Sunday Mass on 25 October 2026.
Addressing the congregation, the Vice Chancellor shared an inspiring message on community development, youth empowerment and the transformative power of education. At its heart was a call to take part in the DIU Edu-Tourism Run on Saturday, 7 November 2026.
Our core purpose
University scholarships for girl-child education
The run brings education and tourism together to raise scholarship funds so girls can complete their higher education. Every participant helps remove financial barriers and open doors for young women to achieve their academic dreams.
Church leadership commended DIU’s commitment to social impact and encouraged the congregation, well-wishers and corporate partners to join the cause.
Let us unite to run, empower and transform lives. Save the date and support girl-child education.
Join the run · 7 NovemberMore news / Running for her future
Ministers Kamuli Kutesa and Peter Ogwang confirm they will run for the girl child.
Hon. Kamuli Kutesa and Hon. Peter Ogwang are among the key dignitaries who have confirmed their participation in Divine International University’s upcoming Edu-Tourism Run on 7 November 2026.
“I will definitely be there.”
Hon. Peter Ogwang
Hon. Kamuli has welcomed the young university’s focus on the girl child. The run will bring participants and partners together to help disadvantaged girls take the next step in their education.
Read the full announcement
The Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development in charge of culture, and MP for Mwenge South Constituency, Hon. Kamuli Kutesa, joins her education counterpart, Hon. Peter Ogwang, in supporting the initiative. Hon. Ogwang also represents Ngariam County in Katakwi District, in the Teso sub-region.
Despite interventions by government and civil society, many girls still face barriers to continuing their education to tertiary and university levels. The Edu-Tourism Run aims to rally national attention to these challenges, especially in the Tooro and Rwenzori region.
Conflict, including attacks by the ADF, HIV/AIDS, poverty and early pregnancies have disrupted education and left higher education beyond the reach of many young people.
Proceeds from the run will help establish a scholarship fund for bright but disadvantaged young people to pursue tourism-related courses, with a focus on supporting girls.
University Vice Chancellor Prof. Adolf Mbaine says the inaugural run is intended to become an annual event.
WhenSaturday, 7 November 2026
The routeDIU campus, Kahungabunyonyi → Nyonyi Gardens, River Mpanga
Kits · UGX 30,000Collect at DIU campus or Wazalendo Building, Balya Road
01 / Take part
Find your distance.
One shared purpose, at your own pace.
All race kits are UGX 30,000.
The journey
From campus to culture. Finish by the river.
DIUStart togetherAmabereAlong the wayNyonyi GardensCelebrate every finish
- 01 / StartDIU Compound
Divine International University
- 02 / Pass throughAmabere ga Nyina Mwiru
A landmark along the way.
- 03 / FinishNyonyi Gardens, River Mpanga
At Nyonyi Gardens, beside River Mpanga.
Payment details
Your kit. Her opportunity.
UGX 30,000 per race kit.
Choose a payment method below.
02 / Fort Portal Branch
Equity Bank
Account name
Edu-Tourism Run
Account number1013203775924
Use your full name as the payment reference.
03 / Merchant ID
Airtel Money
Account name
Edu-Tourism Run
Merchant ID7222298
Dial *185*9# and follow the merchant payment prompts.
After you pay
Check the recipient details before confirming payment. Keep your transaction reference and share it with the organising team so they can verify your payment. Paying does not automatically confirm your race entry.
Contact the team on WhatsApp ↗02 / Why we run
Education opens doors.
Help her take
the next step.
Proceeds from the run support degree scholarships for disadvantaged girls studying tourism and hospitality at Divine International University.
It’s a chance to bring our community together and invest in the young women who will help shape its future.
Tourism & hospitalityUniversity scholarships
Support a student 
03 / Beyond race day
A weekend worth
travelling for.
Make room for more than the run.
Discover Fort Portal and the Tooro region.
01
Explore the region
Crater lakes, Tooro's cultural heritage and Kibale National Park. Give yourself time to discover the region.
See the destination ↗02
Plan your stay
Arrange accommodation in Fort Portal and check your travel time to DIU Compound before race morning.
Ask about your visit ↗03
Bring your people
A school, a workplace or a group of friends. Make the weekend something you share.
Enquire about teams ↗
04 / Behind the run
The first chapter
starts here.
Meet the people behind the inaugural run and read their welcome to participants, partners and the Fort Portal community.
Read the organisers’ welcome ↗View the photo gallery ↗05 / In pictures
The people.
The place. The purpose.
A closer look at our community and the landscapes that make Fort Portal special.
Explore the full galleryMedia briefingProf. Adolf Mbaine
Vice Chancellor, DIU · Delivering the welcome address.
Media briefingA shared purpose
University leadership and representatives at the event briefing.
Media briefingMr Richard Senkwale
Tambura Vizuri Travels Ltd · Speaking at the high table.
Media briefingMr Richard Senkwale
Tambura Vizuri Travels Ltd · Addressing the media briefing.
01When and where is the run?
The run takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 in Fort Portal. The start is at DIU Compound and the finish is at Nyonyi Gardens on River Mpanga.
02How much does it cost?
The race kit costs UGX 30,000 for each distance: 5 km, 10 km or 21 km. Visit the registration page for payment details.
03Do I need to be an experienced runner?
There are three distances to choose from. The 5 km option welcomes families and first-time runners. Choose a distance suited to your fitness and preparation.
04Can I support the cause without running?
Yes. Visit the support page or contact the organising team to discuss supporting a student or partnering with the event.
The people making it possible
Divine International UniversityHost institution
Tambura Vizuri Travels LtdOfficial sponsor
Standing with the cause
Our partners.
National Water and Sewerage CorporationNWSC · Event partnerVisit website ↗ (opens in a new tab)
7 November 2026 · Fort Portal