What does my registration fee go towards?

Your KES 3,000 registration covers one patient's SHA premium for six months, and supports NCHI's broader work in cancer awareness, screenings, treatment support, nutrition, and livelihood programs for vulnerable cancer patients and survivors.

Can I do this virtually?

Yes, a virtual run option is available if you'd rather complete your distance wherever and whenever is convenient for you.

Where can I collect my race kit?

Five pickup points are available: Decathlon Hub, Decathlon Westgate, Trafford Sports in Westlands, Badeq Shop at Diamond Shopping Mall (opposite Odeon), and Pax Manor in Muthaiga.

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NCHI Cancer Charity Run 2026 - 3rd Edition

Sunday, 23 August 2026

Briefing 6:20 AM

5k, 10k, 20k, 30k, Virtual Run

About: The Annual NCHI Charity Run, restoring hope and making strides against cancer. Run, walk, cycle, or Zhumba in a family day out featuring 5km, 10km, 20km, and 30km distances …more

About: The Annual NCHI Charity Run, restoring hope and making strides against cancer. Run, walk, cycle, or Zhumba in a family day out featuring 5km, 10km, 20km, and 30km distances plus a virtual run option. Every registration supports cancer awareness, screenings, treatment support, nutrition, and livelihood programs for vulnerable cancer patients and survivors. Includes free cancer screening on race day.

NCHI Cancer Charity Run 2026 - 3rd Edition poster

The Hub Karen (Decathlon Hub), Dagoretti Rd, Nairobi

Briefing 6:20 AM→Start: 6:30 AM (30km)→7:00 AM (20km)→7:30 AM (10km)→8:00 AM (5km)

5km, 10km, 20km, 30km, Virtual Run

KES 3,000

Needy Cancer Health Initiative (NCHI), in partnership with Decathlon

0727 735 306 | 0720 692 315

needycancerhealthinitiative.net

@needycancerhealthinitiative Facebook

Event Highlights

3rd edition of NCHI's annual charity run, in partnership with Decathlon

Cancer is the 3rd leading cause of death in Kenya

KES 3,000 registration covers one patient's SHA premium for six months

Free cancer screening available on race day

Family day out with running, walking, cycling, and Zhumba activities

Four distances (5km, 10km, 20km, and 30km), plus a virtual run option

Briefing by Nana Kilemi, CEO and Founder of Needy Cancer Health Initiative (NCHI) and a stage III breast cancer survivor

Running For

❤️

Needy Cancer Health Initiative

Restoring hope to the vulnerable, hopeless, sick, and patients living in excruciating pain through comprehensive cancer care, financial support, and unwavering compassion.

via NCHI

What's Included

Race t-shirt

Bib

Wristband

Medal

Free cancer screening

Event Schedule

6:20 AMBriefing

6:30 AM30km - Start

7:00 AM20km - Start

7:30 AM10km - Start

8:00 AM5km - Start

T-Shirt & Race Pack Pickup

Decathlon at The Hub

Decathlon at Westgate

Trafford sports (Westland)

Badeq shop, Diamond Shopping Mall (opp Odeon)

Pax Manor, Muthaiga

Course Details

All routes start and finish at The Hub Karen (Decathlon Hub) on Dagoretti Road, with staggered start times by distance. All routes are marked.

Getting There

The Hub Karen is on Dagoretti Road, Nairobi. From the CBD, the fastest route (around 25-27 minutes, 15.5-16km) follows Valley Road and Ngong Road to Dagoretti Road, avoiding closures on Kenyatta Avenue.

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Race Sponsors & Partners

DecathlonThe Hub KarenGlobefleetHCG Cancer CentreTop SoundInter Town Running GroupBeaut SplashIntercity Secure HomesThe Black Cancer AllianceTrafford SportsBejo'sBadeq ShopRosapharm BrandsSoloh Worldwide Inter-Enterprises Ltd

Did You Know?

🌍Cancer is the 3rd leading cause of death in Kenya.

🌍Registration funds go toward cancer awareness, screenings, treatment support, nutrition, and livelihood programs for vulnerable cancer patients and survivors.

🌍Kit collection is available at five points: Decathlon Hub, Decathlon Westgate, Trafford Sports (Westlands), Badeq Shop at Diamond Shopping Mall (opposite Odeon), and Pax Manor in Muthaiga.