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Safaricom Women First 5km Run

location_city Addis Ababa

calendar_today 22 Mar, 2026

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About the Event

The 2025 Safaricom Women First 5km took place on Sunday, March 22, 2026, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This women-only 5 km race celebrates Ethiopian female athletes and supports the evolving role of women in society. Starting and finishing near Atlas Hotel in the Bole district, the event combines sport with social empowerment. Each year, it highlights women’s achievements and promotes messages of inspiration and progress.

Races Offered

Women First 5km Run

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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80 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Addis Ababa.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.3° / 22.2°

wb_sunny 8.5° / 19.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 8.0 /

water_drop 62.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.3° / 22.2°

wb_sunny 8.5° / 19.6°

air 8.0 km/h

water_drop 62.6%

About Addis Ababa

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Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. It had an estimated population of almost 4 million in 2023 and it is growing very rapidly like many African cities. The city is an important center of diplomacy, and despite being a relatively young city, Addis is a good introduction to Ethiopia and its culture.

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