Magara Runners Club was later transformed into an Athletics Academy which then launched three Athletics local clubs in Magara, Gitaza, and Minago. Running competitions are running events (predominantly long distance) which are mainly conducted on courses of paved or tarmac roads, although major events often finish on the track of a main stadium. 

In addition to being a common recreational sport, the elite level of the sport – particularly marathon races – are one of the most popular aspects of athletics.