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Standard Chartered, in partnership with Athletics Kenya, announced the launch of the 20th edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon over the weekend.
This prestigious event has become an iconic part of Kenya’s sporting calendar and has made a significant impact over the past two decades.
The marathon aims to provide a platform for elite athletes, promote community engagement and local economic development, inspire fitness and wellness, encourage innovation and collaboration, and have a positive environmental impact.
A Milestone Celebration
The 20th edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon is being held under the theme “20 years of running.”
This milestone not only marks two decades of the bank’s commitment to organizing an internationally recognized sporting event but also celebrates the support of partners, sponsors, and dedicated runners who have helped build a brighter future generation.
The Nairobi Marathon has played a pivotal role in promoting talent and providing a launchpad for young Kenyan athletes to kickstart their sporting careers.
Many of these athletes rely on the marathon, which is approved by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), to showcase their abilities and improve their livelihoods.
Since 2019, Standard Chartered has invested KShs 311 million in its FutureMakers initiatives, benefiting over 24,000 individuals.
Race Details
The physical Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Uhuru Gardens, with the Southern Bypass as the race route.
Additionally, satellite marathons will be held in Kisumu, Mombasa, and Eldoret from October 22 to October 29, 2023.
The marathon features six race categories: 42km male and female, 21km male and female, 10km male and female, 21km wheelchair male and female, 5km Family Fun Run, and the Corporate Relay Challenge.
The organizers aim to have 25,000 runners participate in the physical marathon this year. To be part of this incredible event, you can register on the official website, www.nairobimarathon.com, until October 15, 2023.
The registration fee is KES 2000, and late registration after October 10, 2023, will require a fee of KES 2500.
Supporting Future Generations: The registration fees collected from the marathon will be directed towards the Standard Chartered Futuremakers programs, which focus on empowering the younger generation to learn, earn, and grow. In 2022 alone, the marathon raised a record contribution of KES 37 million for the FutureMakers initiative.
Sustainability and Beyond
Sustainability is a key focus for the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. Beyond being a sporting event, the marathon aims to minimize negative impacts and drive positive change.
In 2022, over 20,000 runners participated, and more than 25,000 seedlings were distributed across the country as part of environmental protection measures.
The bank’s sustainability efforts are documented in its first sustainability impact report, launched in 2021.
To commemorate the 20th anniversary, the marathon will feature several unique initiatives. These include a 20-year journey museum, showcasing the marathon’s evolution and impact.
The event has also partnered with the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) to maintain IAAF standards and ensure integrity. Additionally, aerial surveillance cameras will be deployed to monitor the races and chip technology will be utilized.
