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Media · Accreditation 2026

Media Accreditation

Cover the Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally from the stages, service park and media centre.

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Tell the story of the rally

Accreditation is open to professional photographers, journalists, broadcasters and accredited digital creators covering the 2026 event. Approved media receive a tabard, service-park access and a place in the media centre at rally HQ.

Numbers in photo zones are limited and managed for safety — apply early to secure your place on the stages.

Key dates
CLOSES
26 June 2026
Applications deadline
RALLY
10–12 July 2026
Three days of competition
COLLECT
From 9 July
Media centre, Kigali HQ
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Who can apply

Four kinds of media

PH
Photographers
Stills photographers covering the stages and service park.
JO
Journalists
Print, online and wire writers reporting on the rally.
TV
Broadcasters
TV and radio crews producing video or audio coverage.
SO
Online & social
Accredited digital creators and official team media.
What you get

Your accreditation

Official media tabard / vest
Access to the service park
Media centre & work room
Live timing & results feed
Designated photo zones on stage
Daily media bulletins
How it works

Four steps to your pass

01
Register
Complete the online accreditation form below with your details and outlet.
02
Submit documents
Add your press card or a letter of assignment and a portfolio link.
03
Approval
The media office reviews and confirms your accreditation by email.
04
Collect your pass
Pick up your tabard and pass from the media centre at rally HQ.
Three ways to take part

Get accredited

Media
Photographers, journalists and broadcasters.
Apply for media
Volunteer at the rally

Marshals, timekeepers, stage crew and support volunteers keep the rally running safely. Volunteers receive kit, meals on duty and a place at the heart of the action.

Register interest
Become a Gorilla Rally Fan

Register as an official Rally Fan to get spectator updates, entry to the Fan Village, and the chance to win prizes across the weekend.

Register as a fan
Application

Apply for 2026 accreditation

Complete the form and the RMGR media office will be in touch by email to confirm your accreditation.

Media office
media@mountaingorillarally.com
Days you’ll cover