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RACE VENUE: MUTARE

Zimbabwe’s fourth largest city, Mutare is the gateway to the Eastern Highlands region of the country and the overland route to the Port of Beira in neighbouring Mozambique. A bustling city of about 160,000 people, Mutare thrives on agribusiness including large-scale tea and tree farms, and tourism. Although it can be a hive of activity during the business day, Mutare city centre retains a picturesque, small-town quality.

The Eastern Highlands, with Nyanga at the northern end, is home to Mount Nyangani, Zimbabwe’s highest peak (2,593m), and Mtarazi Falls, Africa’s second highest waterfall. Bvumba is at the centre of the chain, with its lush forests, clear mountain streams, cool air and breathtaking views. Chimanimani lies to the south and offers superb hiking, camping and caves to explore. Venture south about four hours and you will find yourself at Great Zimbabwe, the ruins of an amazing complex built by indigenous African people between AD 1250 and AD 1450. Further afield are the Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park, attractions that have made Zimbabwe one of the top four tourist
destinations in Africa.

For more information visit these pages below:

ABOUT AFRICA UNIVERSITY
HISTORY OF THE RACE
NATURE OF THE RACE
THE ROUTE
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
REGISTRATION

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