Rwanda is set to become the first country in the East and Central Africa region to host the Ironman 70.3 Triathlon competition slated for August 2022.

The competition was launched in Rubavu District, the host city, on 20th January, and 1,500 athletes from around the world are expected to participate in this year’s edition.

The Minister of Sports Aurore Mimosa Munyangaju recognised Rwanda’s honour to have been selected and added to the Ironman 70.3 race calendar.

This choice is yet another note of appreciation from partners both locally and internationally in recognition of all efforts by our country to position itself as a sports destination. She said.

The ceremony was also attended by Serge Pereira, CEO of Starstone and Cindy Descalzi on behalf of the Ironman Group among other officials.

The Ironman 70.3 Triathlon combines three sporting competitions namely cycling, marathon and swimming. With a limited time to complete the race, it is widely considered one of the most difficult sporting events in the world, conducted in a single day.