Commitment
“I say NO to doping”: SMIB’s commitment
SMIB strengthens its anti-doping policy. All elite winners will be tested systematically.
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21e
Edition · 2026
Half Marathon International of Brazzaville
Meet on Boulevard Alfred Raoul for a new edition of SMIB, Brazzaville's major international sports event. Start: 10am.
Race
21,1 KM
14
AUGUST 2026
Boulevard Alfred Raoul · 10am
High Patronage
Under the high patronage of
S.E.M. Denis Sassou Nguesso
Presidential patronage
Every stride for development.
The 21st edition of the International Half Marathon of Brazzaville will take place on 14 August 2026 on Boulevard Alfred Raoul. SMIB brings together Congolese, African and international youth around the values of sport, unity and self-transcendence.
S.E.M. Denis Sassou Nguesso · Président de la République du Congo
The countdown
Just days before the start
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5 minutes · 100% free
SMIB by the numbers
Brazzaville's major sporting event
Each year SMIB brings together several thousand runners for a unique sporting experience in the heart of Brazzaville. With around 4,000 registrants on average and an estimated 30% female participation, the event confirms its role as a major event on the Congolese and regional sports calendar.
4 000
Registrants
on average per edition
30%
Female participation
current edition estimate
21
Editions
since 2003
21.1
Kilometers
in the heart of Brazzaville
WHY RUN SMIB
More than a race, an experience.
From the run for development to the crossing of the capital's iconic monuments, SMIB is an approved route and the energy of a pan-African youth.
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An iconic route
Boulevard Alfred Raoul, Nabemba Tower, Sainte-Anne Basilica, Brazza Memorial, People's Palace — 21.1 km through the most iconic streets.
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Pan-African pride
Kenyan, Ethiopian, Congolese, Moroccan elites. Amateurs from 38 countries. SMIB brings together African and international youth around shared values.
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100% free
Thanks to the high patronage of H.E. Denis Sassou Nguesso and SNPC, registration remains entirely free. Bib, finisher medal, refreshments included.
Route map · SMIB 2026
Indicative route
StartBd. Alfred Raoul
HalfwayMémorial de Brazza
FinishBd. Alfred Raoul
THE ROUTE · 21.1 KM
In the heart of Brazzaville.
SMIB 2026 invites participants to discover Brazzaville along an emblematic route — a sporting experience that is challenging, accessible and festive. Start and finish on Boulevard Alfred Raoul, the heart of the event.
An official route video will be released soon so runners, spectators and partners can preview the key stages before race day.
Checkpoints.
Route checkpoints will be published soon.
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Tips
Training tips: 8 weeks to be ready on race day
Training plan, nutrition, recovery: our advice to tackle the 21st edition in the best conditions.
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Sponsor
SNPC renews its main partnership with SMIB
Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo confirms its role as main sponsor for the 21st edition.
Read moreVOICES OF SMIB
They ran, they tell their story.
Elites, amateurs, first-time runners. Three testimonials among the thousands who came to take on the Brazzaville challenge.
OUR SUPPORTERS
They support us.
Thanks to the commitment of our institutional and private partners, SMIB registration has remained entirely free since 2003.
Official Sponsor SNPC
SNPC — Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo
Official sponsor of SMIB since 2003. Committed to the development of the oil sector and the flourishing of Congolese youth.
Main partner · since 2003
Partner
FCA — Fédération Congolaise d'Athlétisme
Guarantor of homologation, timing and compliance with international athletics rules.
Sports organizationFREQUENTLY ASKED
Everything you need to know.
Can't find your answer? Our team responds Monday-Friday between 9am-4pm (UTC+1).
Press Area
Press Kit · SMIB 2026
Official communiqués, visual identity, photo library, key figures and accreditation request for the 21st edition. Free downloads for accredited journalists.