By KPC Sports Reporter
Registration for the 23rd edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon is now officially open.
Organisers urged participants to sign up early as several categories are expected to reach capacity sooner than usual.
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The marathon, one of Africa’s largest road races, is targeting more than 30,000 runners this year, building on the 2025 edition which attracted 30,602 participants from 98 nationalities, including over 200 elite athletes.
David Mwindi, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, said the upgraded registration platform is central to enhancing the participant experience and aligning the event with international standards.
“This year’s marathon reflects the progress we are making in strengthening the participant experience and aligning the event with international standards,” he said.
“The upgraded registration portal is a key part of that journey, making it easier for runners to access information, register efficiently and prepare for race day.”
The new registration system offers a user-friendly interface with detailed information on race categories, fees, eligibility requirements and schedules.
It also provides interactive route maps, training tips, fundraising tools and real-time updates on category availability.
Registration fees remain at Ksh 2,500 for individual runners and Ksh 20,000 for the CEO Challenge.
Interest in the marathon continues to grow, with last year’s international field reaching 1,791 participants led by Uganda and Tanzania.
The event also saw strong elite participation, exceeding 200 athletes.
Organisers emphasise that the Nairobi Marathon has evolved into more than just a sporting event, serving as a platform for social impact.
Over the past two decades, it has raised approximately Ksh 520 million to support programmes focused on employability, entrepreneurship and skills development for young people, women and persons with disabilities through the Standard Chartered Foundation.
This year, the marathon aims to raise Ksh 75 million for the Foundation, reinforcing its role as both a premier sporting event and a driver of community transformation.
