Hawana: The inaugural HAWANA 2026 Fun Walk, held in conjunction with National Journalists' Day (HAWANA), has attracted 1,500 participants, prompting organisers to close registration ahead of schedule. HAWANA 2026 Sports Committee chairman Abdul Halim Hafiz Mohamad Radzali said the response from both media practitioners and the public reflected strong support for family-oriented recreational activities.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Abdul Halim Hafiz Mohamad Radzali emphasized the enthusiasm shown by participants, highlighting the appeal of family-friendly events. The 2.6-kilometre walk is scheduled for this Sunday at Titiwangsa Lake Gardens, with participants advised to arrive by 6.30 am for registration, warm-up exercises, and a safety briefing before the 8 am flag-off.
The event will also feature traditional games such as batu seremban, congkak, kercang, and dam haji, alongside colouring contests and quizzes. Bernama staff and their families can collect participant kits at Dewan Bernama today, while the public can collect theirs at the Wisma Bernama lobby tomorrow from 10 am to 4 pm.
Abdul Halim Hafiz mentioned that Titiwangsa Lake Gardens was chosen for its iconic status and safe, vehicle-free walking track. Organizers are collaborating with Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and the People's Volunteer Corps (RELA) to manage traffic, with approximately 15 Bernama staff serving as marshals along the route.
Participants must obtain a verification sticker at Checkpoint 2, to be affixed to their bib and presented at the finish line to qualify for a participation medal. The event will also offer 500 lucky draw prizes valued at RM50,000, including 10 electric motorcycles, bicycles, and household electrical appliances.
An Instagram photography contest will be held, featuring categories like Best Costume, Most Sporting Participant, and Best Selfie. Participants can enter by uploading photos with the event's official hashtag and setting their accounts to public mode. The HAWANA 2026 Fun Walk is part of broader efforts to unite media practitioners and the public while promoting a healthy lifestyle.
The highlight of HAWANA 2026 will take place in Penang on June 20, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled to officiate the event.