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The Global Power of Sport: Bank of America Partners with Great Ethiopian Run to Expand Access to Endurance Sports
Great Ethiopian Run today announced a multi-year partnership with Bank of America to serve as the Presenting Partner for Great Ethiopian Run beginning in 2026. The partnership extends the bank's global endurance portfolio into one of Africa's most dynamic and fast-growing running communities. Together, Bank of America and Great Ethiopian Run will promote the growth of three major running events – the Great Ethiopian Run International 10km, its associated Children's Races and, beginning in 2027,
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