Wirba Mary Grace

They call it a "mini" marathon, but there’s nothing small about that 21km grind! 😅
​So proud to debut at this distance with a 3rd place finish. 1h 24min of giving it my all through the streets of Douala. 🇨🇲🏆
Big Thank you to all my fans for the massive support
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Thank you Eau Vitale Cameroun for sponsoring this amazing event

Today, I had the immense honor of meeting the legendary Sarah Etonge. Every time I climb Mount Cameroon, I think of the trail she blazed for women like me. She isn't just a champion; she is a symbol of strength for every girl in Cameroon and beyond.
​Being the 2026 Senior Women’s Champion is a title I hold with pride, but standing next to the "Queen of the Mountain" makes me realize I am standing on the shoulders of a giant. Thank you, Mami Sarah, for your words of encouragement and for showing us that no peak is too high to reach.
​Long live the Queen! 👑🇨🇲🏆
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Back home in Bamenda for Match Day 06 of the Guinness Super League! 🚩⚽️
​I had the honor of being one of the assistant referees for today’s game between ITA Mbong and Dja SA at the Bamenda I Proximity Stadium. It was a tough, competitive match that ended 1-1, with goals from Sandra Bloda and Mekuko.
​There’s nothing like the energy of the fans in Bamenda. Proud to play my part in ensuring a fair and exciting game for everyone.
​Let’s keep supporting women’s football! 🇨🇲💪

Picture credit: Afeseh Apong
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Eid Mubarak to all my brothers and sisters! 🌙✨
​As we celebrate today, let’s cherish the spirit of togetherness and the joy of sharing. Sending love and best wishes for a day filled with and . May your sacrifices be rewarded and your hearts be filled with light. 🕊️❤️
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I am beyond grateful to The Guardian Post Daily for sharing my journey! This story is all about patience, sacrifice, and that "never-give-up" spirit. Whether I’m officiating on the pitch or pushing my limits on the mountain, I hope this inspires you to dream big and work even harder. 🇨🇲✨
​Huge shoutout to my colleague Ntangti Innocentia Njang ( Referee & 2025's Best!). We’re out here representing with integrity and excellence!

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I’m deeply honored and grateful to see my victory in the Senior Women’s category of the Mount Cameroon Race of Hope 2026 being celebrated and shared.

Thank you so much to Allez Les Lions for this recognition and for highlighting not just my win, but also my journey as both an athlete and a referee in Cameroon’s top-tier women’s football.

I truly appreciate every platform, every voice, and every person who has taken part in sharing this special moment with the world. Your support, encouragement, and love mean more to me than words can express.

This victory is a proud moment for me, but it is also a reminder that hard work, discipline, and purpose always speak.

Thank you for celebrating with me. 🇨🇲🏔️🥇
photo credit: Afeseh Apong

🔴 L'arbitre de la Guinness Super league, Wirba Mary Grace, remporte la course du Mont Cameroun 2026 dans la catégorie senior femmes.

Elle a terminé la course en 5 heures, 22 minutes et 11 secondes.🏃🏽‍♂️🇨🇲

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Another proud moment for me on the football field. ⚽

I had the privilege of serving as Assistant Referee during a Guinness Super League match at Stadium Between sports & Cyclone FC. Being part of the officiating team is always an experience I value deeply because it reminds me that is built through consistency, and service.

As someone whose journey continues both in athletics and football, moments like this mean a lot to me. They remind me that every step, whether on the mountain track or on the pitch, is part of a greater purpose.

I am grateful for every opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the game.

They say good stories aren't obvious, you have to find them. 🌿
​Three weeks after the , I’m reflecting on more than just the finish line. My journey started long ago in , and those childhood experiences are what fuel the "IMPACT" I want to create next.
​Huge thanks to Boris-Kaloff Batata for helping tell this story. It’s not just about the medals; it’s about where we come from and where we’re going together.
​Check out the full feature on Atlantic Chronicles! (Link in comments 👇)
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I was truly honored to meet Mme Asheri Kilo, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Basic Education.
This moment means a lot to me, not only as an athlete, but as someone who believes strongly in the power of education to shape lives and build a better future for every child.
Having this kind of encouragement reminds me that my journey goes beyond the mountain. It is also about using my voice, my platform, and my story to inspire, advocate, and represent with purpose.
I remain grateful for every opportunity to connect sport, education, and impact.
Thank you for the warm reception and encouragement. 🇨🇲✨

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10 Things You May Not Know About Me

Many people know me as the 2026 Senior Women’s Champion of the Mount Cameroon Race of Hope, but there are a few things about my journey that many people don’t know.

1️⃣ I started running the Mount Cameroon Race of Hope when I was still very young in the junior category in 2009

2️⃣ Before winning the junior race in 2015, I finished 2nd and 3rd several times. The mountain taught me patience.

3️⃣ In 2025, I finished 4th in the senior category, and that result pushed me to work even harder.

4️⃣ In 2026, I finally won the Senior Women’s Category, finishing the race in 5 hours 15 minutes.

5️⃣ I am not only a runner, I am also an assistant referee in the Guinness Super League, the top tier of women’s football in Cameroon.

6️⃣ Outside sports, I work as an Economics teacher under MINESEC, helping young students build their future.

7️⃣ In 2026, I ran the race under Team Toghu Marathoner, carrying a message of autism awareness and inclusive education for children living with neurodiversity.

8️⃣ I speak both English and French, which helps me connect with more people in sports and education.

9️⃣ I love being around children, teaching, and learning new skills.

🔟 And one more thing… no matter the victories, I will always remain a student of the mountain, because Mount Cameroon keeps teaching me humility and perseverance.

Thank you to everyone supporting my journey.

It was a special and humbling moment for me during my officiating duties in the Guinness Super League to meet one of Cameroon’s greatest football legends, Roger Milla.

I also had the honor of presenting my 2026 Mount Cameroon Race of Hope Senior Women’s Champion trophy to him. As someone who has inspired generations of athletes across Cameroon and Africa, sharing that moment with him meant a lot to me.

His encouragement was truly motivating. Moments like this remind me that sport connects us across generations and inspires us to keep pushing forward.

Grateful for the journey and the inspiration.










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