FlySolomons Peace Marathon Revived with Resounding Success

See the full rankings for 10km / rankings for Half Marathon / rankings for Full Marathon

The 2025 FlySolomons Peace Marathon was successfully staged on Saturday, 30 August 2025, marking the triumphant return of this landmark event, first launched in 2009 to promote peace, wellness, and community cohesion in the Solomon Islands.

Hosted by Solomon Airlines, the marathon attracted strong local participation alongside 11 international runners, highlighting its growing global appeal. The route led competitors from St. Joseph Tenaru School through significant WWII heritage sites, including Hell’s Point, Alligator Creek, Bloody Ridge, and Fighter One, commemorating alongside the 83rd Anniversary of the Battle of Guadalcanal and reinforcing the Solomon Islands as a premier Pacific WWII heritage tourism destination.

“We are proud to host the FlySolomon Peace Marathon, a testament to the resilience and spirit of the Solomon Islands while showcasing our country to the world,” said John Wopereis, Solomon Airlines Manager Commercial.

“The energy, dedication, and community spirit displayed by participants, volunteers, and sponsors made this event truly exceptional. We look forward to continuing its growth in the years ahead,” added Karen Foimua, Director of Travel Solomon.

Solomon Airlines extended its gratitude to St. Joseph Tenaru School for hosting the event and to more than 100 volunteers, including Solomon Island Scouts and other community supporters, who ensured smooth operations at marshalling points and water stations. The marathon was made possible through generous sponsorship from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Travel Solomon, Guadalcanal Travel Center, Solomon Islands Ports Authority, Skybus Travel & Tours, Tea Master, Heritage Park Hotel, Solomon Kitano Mendana Hotel, Blue Water, Delite Industries, Soltuna, and GS Agencies.

Finally, Solomon Airlines extends special thanks to our event organizer, Travel Solomon, for successfully coordinating and executing the marathon. Their efforts brought together all elements of the event, resulting in a successful first-time staging on the eastern side of Honiara, at Bloody Ridge and Tenaru.

2025 FlySolomons Peace Marathon Winners - Full Marathon

Male: 1st Pusua Leny | 2nd Junior Geejay | 3rd Abraham William
Female: 1st Tran Karen | 2nd Cottrili Bridgette | 3rd Dubis Yvonne

2025 FlySolomons Peace Marathon Winners - Half Marathon

Male: 1st Ola Ledrick | 2nd Kukuti Andrew | 3rd Daomea Wolton
Female: 1st Matakali Dinah | 2nd Schultz Rosalie | 3rd Vagu Dorah

2025 FlySolomons Peace Marathon Winners - 10km

Male: 1st Faeni Martin | 2nd Hoikua Michael | 3rd Kkha Hollen
Female: 1st Podnar Maria | 2nd Roberts Liza | 3rd Tado Hugo

Solomon Airlines extends sincere thanks to all participants, families, community groups, business houses, local experts, and volunteers including the Solomon Island Scouts and others whose dedication ensured the event’s success. Special recognition goes to the international runners who flew across land and sea to take part in the FlySolomons Peace Marathon 2025, further reinforcing its status as an important celebration of peace, history, and community spirit in the Solomon Islands. We look forward to seeing you all at the starting line again next year.