Brufut Marathon Run Association (BMRA), in collaboration with the Friends of The Gambia Association (FOTGA), and sponsor, TAF Holding Company will hold its 12th edition of annual marathon and cycle race, on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at the Kombo North village, press release issued by the association has revealed.

The theme for this year’s event, according to the release, is “Unity is Strength”. The release added: “Registration is now open to all potential runners and cyclists, who wish to compete in various categories of events, including a bicycle race 6km for male and 4km female and walk race for the elderly persons.”

Fabulous prizes, ranging from cash prizes, medal and trophies await the lucky prospective winners. In addition, all competitors will benefit from a raffle draw on the same day where every participant can be a winner.

Meanwhile those who wish to take part in this year’s run could liaise with Alkali Cham of Brikama, Ousman Sanno of Brufut, Pape Sambou, of Scan-Aid Secondary School, Brufut or Momodou Demba, programme officer at the Gambia National Olympic Committee. The deadline date for registration is set for December, 20 2006.