Tanzania, Aug. 17 -- Dar es Salaam. The CRDB Bank International Marathon has evolved from a sporting event into a major social impact initiative, raising more than Sh5 billion since its launch in 2020 to support healthcare, youth empowerment and community development across Tanzania.

The impact was highlighted yesterday when the seventh edition of the marathon concluded at the Posta Grounds in Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam, attracting about 17,000 participants under the theme Kasi Isambazayo Tabasamu.

CRDB Bank Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Abdulmajid Nsekela, said the funds raised through the marathon had translated into tangible support for vulnerable groups, particularly children with heart conditions and women...