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The Karen Hospital Heart Run 2026
Saturday, 14 March 2026
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Via M-Pesa Paybill 517800, Account: Your Name
The Karen Hospital & Heart to Heart Foundation
0738 150 092
Event Highlights
Charity run supporting heart care initiatives at The Karen Hospital
Live performances from Guardian Angel, Hype CEO, and Moji Short Baba
Official merchandise available including t-shirts, caps, sun visors, and wristbands
Organised by The Karen Hospital in partnership with the Heart to Heart Foundation
What's Included
Live entertainment from Guardian Angel, Hype CEO, and Moji Short Baba
Access to official Heart Run merchandise selling points
Course Details
The event takes place at Waterfront Karen from 7AM to 3PM. The format is a community fun run rather than a competitive race, with the focus on fitness, fun, and fundraising for heart care patients in need.
Getting There
Waterfront Karen is a well-known shopping and lifestyle destination in Karen, approximately 15km southwest of Nairobi CBD. Take Ngong Road or Lang'ata Road toward Karen. Ample parking is available on site.
Open in MapsRace Sponsors & Partners
Naivas SupermarketEquity AfiaKingdom BankCraft SiliconDairylandOshoWaterfront KarenPremierCreditLang'ata Link GroupBiometricsSisi PharmaceuticalsThe Cherangany HospitalChem-Labs LimitedScribe ServicesKCBPIXI
Did You Know?
🌍The Heart to Heart Foundation's mission is to provide life-saving heart surgery to children who cannot afford it.
🌍Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 17.9 million lives each year.
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7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Via M-Pesa Paybill 517800, Account: Your Name
The Karen Hospital & Heart to Heart Foundation
0738 150 092