Charity Run
Run for Mental Health Africa Marathon 2026
Saturday, 10 October 2026 · 7:00 AM
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.
7:00 AM
5km, 10km, 21km
KES 2,500
Run for Mental Health Africa (RMHA)
0712 513 015→014 1699794→support@runformentalhealthafrica.org
Register Now
www.runformentalhealthafrica.org/register
Open to individuals, families, corporate teams, and community groups. Walk, jog, or run at your own pace.
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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)
Race Fees
| Category | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|
5K - Strides of Hope Includes official RMHA event T-shirt, finisher medal, and hydration. | KES 2,500 | Available |
10K - Pace of Positivity Includes official RMHA event T-shirt, finisher medal, and hydration. | KES 2,500 | Available |
21K - Breaking Stigma Includes official RMHA event T-shirt, finisher medal, and hydration. | KES 2,500 | Available |
Virtual Run Participate wherever you are. Includes official RMHA event T-shirt, finisher medal, and hydration. | KES 2,500 | Available |
What's Included
Official RMHA event T-shirt
Finisher medal
Hydration
Race Distances
5km
10km
21km
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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.
Open in MapsDid 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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Register Now
www.runformentalhealthafrica.org/register
Open to individuals, families, corporate teams, and community groups. Walk, jog, or run at your own pace.
Race week is almost here
5 weeks, 2 days
Saturday morning
Taper and race prep.
Add to calendar
Wind down the volume but keep a little intensity to stay sharp. Lock in your logistics now: travel, nutrition plan, and kit check.
7:00 AM
5km, 10km, 21km
KES 2,500
Run for Mental Health Africa (RMHA)
0712 513 015→014 1699794→support@runformentalhealthafrica.org