Since title sponsor Diacore adopted the race in 2012 it has grown from 2,000 to well over 8,000 participants.

The event includes a 42.2km Marathon, 21.1km half marathon, 10km race and a 4km fun run for the whole family. The marathon is an incredibly fun day out for the entire family with great activities such as Zumba, water slides, stage performances, food courts and plenty of refreshments. As an AIMS and IAAF certified event the Diacore Gaborone Marathon is a qualifier for the Commonwealth and Olympic games. It is also widely renowned as one of the flattest and fastest routes in the region.