FAMReports News Desk | September, 2026
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has joined the 4th Corporate Run as a co-host as the institution marks its 30th anniversary with a campaign aimed at supporting maternal health and improving access to essential supplies for expectant mothers across Uganda.
Under the theme “A Run for Maternal Health, A Run for Expectant Mothers,” the Corporate Run 2026 will seek to raise funds for 5,000 mama kits for distribution to health centres across the country, particularly in underserved communities.
What You Need to Know
The Corporate Run 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 6:00 a.m. at the NEC Grounds in Bugolobi, Kampala.
Participants will be able to choose from 15 kilometre, 10 kilometre and 5 kilometre race categories, while company Chief Executive Officers will have a dedicated 3 kilometre walk.
Each running kit costs Shs 30,000, with proceeds directed towards purchasing mama kits for expectant mothers.
Registration is currently open through the official Corporate Run registration platform.
Key Facts
Event: 4th Corporate Run
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Starting time: 6:00 a.m.
Venue: NEC Grounds, Bugolobi, Kampala
Race categories: 15 km, 10 km and 5 km
CEO category: 3 km walk
Running kit: Shs 30,000
Fundraising target: 5,000 mama kits
Theme: A Run for Maternal Health, A Run for Expectant Mothers
CMA Marks 30 Years Through Maternal Health Campaign
The CMA said its decision to co-host the Corporate Run is part of its 30th anniversary activities and reflects a broader commitment to contributing to the wellbeing of Ugandans.
Ms Lyn Tukei, Communications and Public Relations Manager at the Capital Markets Authority, said the institution chose to use its anniversary to support a cause beyond the capital markets sector.
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“As we mark 30 years of building Uganda’s capital markets, we chose to celebrate by looking outward,” Tukei said.
She added that supporting mothers and protecting lives represented a meaningful way for CMA to give back to society, describing investment in people and the safety of expectant mothers as a significant form of capital.
Corporate Run Targets 5,000 Mama Kits
The 2026 Corporate Run is centred on raising funds for 5,000 mama kits.
The kits are intended for distribution to health centres across Uganda, with particular attention to underserved communities.
Organisers are encouraging companies, institutions, families and individuals to participate either by running, walking, sponsoring the initiative or mobilising others to join.
Participants can purchase running kits through MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money or the official online registration platform at corporategamesug.com.
Corporate Run Welcomes CMA Partnership
Corporate Run Chairman Ian Rumanyika welcomed the Capital Markets Authority’s involvement in the fourth edition of the event.
Rumanyika said CMA’s decision to link its 30th anniversary to the maternal health campaign demonstrated the significance of partnerships between institutions and community initiatives.
“For an institution marking 30 years to stand with us in this way sends a powerful message,” Rumanyika said.
He added that the partnership connects CMA’s anniversary with efforts to promote safer deliveries for mothers across Uganda.
Strong Coalition of Partners
The 2026 Corporate Run is supported by a coalition of public and private sector institutions.
Partners include the Deposit Protection Fund of Uganda, Uganda Baati, Rwenzori, BetPawa, Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Airlines, the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board, Private Sector Foundation Uganda and the Ministry of Health.
Other supporting organisations include Ruby Hospital, Uganda Athletics, the Human Resource Managers’ Association of Uganda and the Kampala City Traders Association, among others.
How to Participate
Individuals and organisations interested in taking part can register through the official Corporate Run platform.
Participants can choose their preferred race distance and purchase a running kit at Shs 30,000.
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Companies and institutions can also participate through sponsorship, team registration and mobilisation of employees and other stakeholders.
The organisers are encouraging participants to view the event not only as a sporting activity but also as a fundraising initiative supporting expectant mothers.
What Happens Next
Registration will continue ahead of the October 11 event at the NEC Grounds in Bugolobi.
The organisers will focus on mobilising more participants and resources as they work towards the target of 5,000 mama kits.
The event is expected to bring together corporate organisations, government institutions, families, individuals and members of the wider community around the maternal health campaign.
FAMReports Editorial Note
FAMReports has presented the event details and statements based on information provided by the organisers and the Capital Markets Authority. Participants should confirm registration and payment details through the official Corporate Run platform before making any transaction.
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