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Run for Mental Health Africa Marathon 2026

Saturday, 10 October 2026

7:00 AM

Distances: 5k, 10k, 21k
About: An annual community running event held in commemoration of World Mental Health Day, bringing people together to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and create a culture …more

About: An annual community running event held in commemoration of World Mental Health Day, bringing people together to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and create a culture where conversations about mental health are open, normal, and encouraged. Participants are encouraged to run with a 'MindMate' - a friend, colleague, family member, or teammate - because no one should cross the line alone.

Run for Mental Health Africa Marathon 2026 poster
Ridge Cabin Resort, Tigoni, Kiambu County
7:00 AM
5km, 10km, 21km
KES 2,500
Run for Mental Health Africa (RMHA)
0712 513 015→014 1699794→support@runformentalhealthafrica.org
www.runformentalhealthafrica.org
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Event Highlights

Held in commemoration of World Mental Health Day, with the theme 'Moving Forward Together'
Four categories: 5K (Strides of Hope), 10K (Pace of Positivity), 21K (Breaking Stigma), and Virtual
Participants are encouraged to run with a 'MindMate' - no one crosses the finish line alone
Open to individuals, families, corporate teams, and community groups, walking, jogging, or running at their own pace

Running For

❤️
Mental Health Awareness
Uses running, connection, and community to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and normalize open, supportive conversations about mental health across Africa.
via Run for Mental Health Africa (RMHA)

What's Included

Official RMHA event T-shirt
Finisher medal
Hydration

Getting There

Ridge Cabin Resort, Tigoni is approximately 31.1km from Nairobi's CBD via Kiambu Road, taking around 55 minutes. The route passes through Kiambu County, Boma Road, and Ndwota Junction before reaching the resort along Nazareth/Hospital Road, Limuru.

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Did You Know?

🌍1 in 4 Kenyans will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives, yet many do not receive the support or care they need.
🌍The event is held annually, dedicated to raising awareness, challenging stigma, and keeping mental health part of the conversation.

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