The Tanzania Pentathlon and Modern Sports Federation (TPMF) plans to expand the sport of pentathlon across the country, with schools identified as a key entry point for attracting young participants.
TPMF Secretary-General Emmanuel Martin said the initiative aims to introduce the sport to pupils from primary school level, helping to build interest and develop talent at an early age.
Speaking on the sidelines of pentathlon competitions held at Pande Game Reserve in Dar es Salaam on November 8, 2026, Mr Martin said taking the sport into schools would also widen its participation base.
He said the federation was working to create opportunities for people of different ages and abilities to take part in the sport.
The competitions were organised in three categories, lasting six, 12 and 24 hours, allowing athletes to participate in different formats.
The six-hour category featured several activities, including running, obstacle challenges and laser shooting, which uses electronic technology instead of conventional firearms.
Mr Martin said the second phase, covering 12 hours, is expected to take place in Morogoro Region in two months as part of efforts to sustain competition and identify winners.
He added that pentathlon was open to people across different age groups and levels of ability, noting that the federation wanted to give more people an opportunity to demonstrate their sporting potential.
Expanding the sport into schools is expected to provide a wider foundation for talent identification and nurture future athletes as Tanzania seeks to increase participation in less-established sporting disciplines.