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Kaptagat Forest Marathon 2026: Full Results as Stephen Kimutai Kibet and Vivian Jerono Win 42km Titles

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Kasarani Warm Up Track, MISC/Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi • 5km • 6:00 AM

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Loop Safari Gravel Race - Vipingo Ridge

Vipingo Ridge Moto-Cross Track, Vipingo Ridge • 20km (Green Route) | 60km (Orange Route - Kenya National Gravel Championship Youth) | 120km (Black Route - Kenya National Gravel Championship Elite) | Kids Circuit • 8:30 AM

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Critical Mass Nairobi

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Body Fuel Fitness Championship 2026

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Grace Mutua|6 Jul 2026|

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•2 Aug 2025

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Kombucha in Kenya: Where to Buy, How to Brew, Risks, and Benefits

Kombucha is the easiest probiotic drink you can make at home. Here is where to buy it in Kenya, how to brew your own, what the risks are, and what the science actually says about its benefits.

•7 Apr 2026

8 min

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Nutrition

What Kenyans Call "Spinach" Is Actually Swiss Chard: Nutrition Facts

Most Kenyans unknowingly buy Swiss chard when they ask for spinach. Learn the nutritional differences between these two leafy greens and why it matters for fitness tracking.

•3 Nov 2025

5 min

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Nutrition

Kumbekumbe/Winged Termites: Nutrition Facts, Harvesting, & Preparation

Winged termites (kumbekumbe) are among Kenya's most nutrient-dense foods, containing 32-45% protein, 540-620 calories per 100g, 1-9g carbs, and rich in iron, zinc, and healthy fats.

•19 Oct 2025

8 min

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Nutrition

No, Kienyeji Eggs Are Not Better Than Regular Eggs

Kienyeji eggs cost nearly twice as much as cage/grade layer eggs, but research shows no significant nutritional difference between them.

•16 Oct 2025

8 min

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Nutritional Facts

Nduma (Taro, Dasheen) Nutrition Facts per 100g and Health Benefits

Nduma (Taro, Dasheen) is not arrowroot. In this article, Ms. Mutua explains the differences, along with its nutrition facts and health benefits.

•28 Aug 2025

6 min

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Nutritional Facts

What is Omena's Actual Protein Content?

Dried omena contains 61-70 g of crude protein per 100 g, but cooking method dramatically affects its protein content. When stewed, it provides 19-24 g, while if deep-fried, it retains 44-60 g per 100 g. In this article, we explain these variations and how omena compares to other protein sources.

•28 Jul 2025

8 min

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Ngong Hills Windmills, Kajiado County • 21km • 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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We Run Nairobi Saturday Runs
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•26 Aug 2026

10 min

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Kaptagat Forest Marathon 2026: Full Results as Stephen Kimutai Kibet and Vivian Jerono Win 42km Titles

Full results from the inaugural Kaptagat Forest Marathon at Kaptarkok Primary School, part of the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme's 10th anniversary celebrations. Stephen Kimutai Kibet and Vivian Jerono won the men's and women's 42km titles, with James Kipkoech, Elius Chebor Kiptoo, Abraham Poghisho and Venenza Chebet also crowned champions in the shorter distances. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki attended as chief guest and flagged off the distribution of livelihood support to community beneficiaries.

•11 Jul 2026

7 min

Enock Kipkemboi and Joy Kemuma crowned champions at the 2026 Nairobi City Marathon along the Nairobi Expressway

Marathons

Nairobi City Marathon 2026 Results: Kipkemboi and Kemuma Win as AI Robot Makes History

Enock Kipkemboi and Joy Kemuma won the men's and women's 42km titles at the fifth Nairobi City Marathon, each taking home Ksh 3.5 million. Brian Kogo claimed the half marathon men's crown in 1:00:55, while a humanoid AI robot named JayTron made history as the first of its kind to run a 5km road race in Africa.

•7 Jun 2026

11 min

Marathons

HYROX in Kenya: What It Is and Where to Compete

HYROX has gone global, but Kenya isn't on the official map yet. Here's what the sport is, how the local Hy.brid series compares, and what it would take to bring an official race to Nairobi.

•29 May 2026

11 min

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29
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Joy Riders Kenya Club Rides
Karen Country Club, Bike Shop, Karen Road, Nairobi • Saturday: 8:00 AM | Wednesday: 6:00 AM
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Kaptagat Cycling Challenge Results 2026: Masika, Larot Win as Visually Impaired Cyclist Claims Para Title

Kendra Masika and Lawrence Larot were crowned elite champions of the fourth Kaptagat Cycling Challenge, each earning Ksh 200,000. Visually impaired cyclist Martin Kariuki and pilot Samson Njenga won the para men's category, while 12-year-old Meshack Kiptoo Koech topped the youth men's field. Full results below.

•6 Jul 2026

8 min

Cycling

Free Cycling Events and Rides in Nairobi and Kenya

From twice-weekly group rides in Karen to monthly Critical Mass gatherings in Nairobi and Kitale, here are the free cycling events worth knowing about in Kenya.

•16 Jun 2026

8 min

Cycling

Winnie Wandiga Joins Dominion Cycling Club to Cycle 984KM for Inclusion

Winnie "Mashan" Wandiga joined Dominion Cycling Club for the Kigali Charity Ride, running her own KSh 40,000 fundraiser alongside the club’s KSh 1 million goal.

•23 Sept 2025

3 min

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