Winners of the relay category pose with their trophy during the awarding ceremony for the 31st edition of the Mount Cameroon Race in Buea, Cameroon, Feb. 21, 2026. The race opened under the theme "Give peace a chance", drawing 600 athletes from 14 countries and regions. (Photo by Muleng Timngum/Xinhua)

Performers showcase traditional cultural displays during the opening ceremony of the 31st edition of the Mount Cameroon Race in Buea, Cameroon, Feb. 21, 2026. The race opened under the theme "Give peace a chance", drawing 600 athletes from 14 countries and regions. (Photo by Muleng Timngum/Xinhua)

Participants take part in the 31st edition of the Mount Cameroon Race in Buea, Cameroon, Feb. 21, 2026. The race opened under the theme "Give peace a chance", drawing 600 athletes from 14 countries and regions. (Photo by Muleng Timngum/Xinhua)

Participants prepare to start at the kick-off point during the 31st edition of the Mount Cameroon Race in Buea, Cameroon, Feb. 21, 2026. The race opened under the theme "Give peace a chance", drawing 600 athletes from 14 countries and regions. (Photo by Muleng Timngum/Xinhua)

Performers showcase traditional cultural displays during the opening ceremony of the 31st edition of the Mount Cameroon Race in Buea, Cameroon, Feb. 21, 2026. The race opened under the theme "Give peace a chance", drawing 600 athletes from 14 countries and regions. (Photo by Muleng Timngum/Xinhua)