Where has Shujaa Run moved to for this edition?

The 5th anniversary edition is held at The Hub Karen, outside the Decathlon store, a new venue for the event.

Can I take part if I'm not in Nairobi?

Yes. A Virtual Run option is available for KES 1,400, letting you run anywhere, anytime. Contact FitFlex Sportx Adventures directly to arrange delivery of your race pack.

Where and when do I collect my bib and t-shirt?

Collect at Decathlon Karen Hub Mall, Decathlon Two Rivers Mall, or Decathlon Westgate Mall between 14th-16th October, or at Decathlon Hub Karen itself on 17th October. Any bibs not collected before 15th October 7 PM will be available at the race registration desk at Karen Hub on race morning.

What's included in my registration fee?

Registration covers a personalised bib, run logistics and support, and an exclusive Shujaa Run finisher medal. An event t-shirt is a separate optional add-on for KES 1,250.

Is there a deadline to register?

Registration closes 10th October 2026, or earlier if slots sell out before then.

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Shujaa Run V - The 5th Anniversary Edition

Saturday, 17 October 2026

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Assembly 6:30 AM)

2.5k, 5k, 10k, 15k, 21k

About: Celebrating Kenya's Heroes Through Fitness. A fun, family-friendly run marking Shujaa Run's 5th anniversary, with five distance options for all fitness levels, plus a …more

About: Celebrating Kenya's Heroes Through Fitness. A fun, family-friendly run marking Shujaa Run's 5th anniversary, with five distance options for all fitness levels, plus a virtual run option for those anywhere in the world. A perfect tune-up for the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon.

Shujaa Run V - The 5th Anniversary Edition poster

The Hub Karen, Dagoretti Road, Nairobi (Outside Decathlon)

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Assembly 6:30 AM)

2.5km, 5km, 10km, 15km, 21km

KES 1,500 (Kids Under 18)→KES 1,950 (Adults)→KES 1,400 (Virtual)

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Event Highlights

The 5th anniversary edition of Shujaa Run, moved to a new venue at The Hub Karen

Five distances catering for all levels: 2.5km, 5km, 10km, 15km, and 21km

Registration open for both physical and virtual participation

A popular tune-up run ahead of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon

Family-friendly with ample parking at The Hub Karen

Staggered category flag-offs, from the 21km at 7:00 AM through to the 2.5km at 7:30 AM

What's Included

Personalised bib

Run logistics and support

Exclusive Shujaa Run finisher medal

Event Schedule

6:30 AMAssembly

7:00 AM21km Flag Off

7:10 AM15km Flag Off

7:20 AM10km Flag Off

7:30 AM2.5km Flag Off

10:00 AMAward Ceremony

T-Shirt & Race Pack Pickup

Bib and t-shirt collection is available at Decathlon Karen Hub Mall, Decathlon Two Rivers Mall, or Decathlon Westgate Mall between 14th-16th October, or at Decathlon Hub Karen on race day, 17th October. Uncollected bibs before 15th October 7 PM will be available at the race registration desk at Karen Hub before flag-off.

Course Details

The race starts and finishes at The Hub Karen, outside the Decathlon store. Five distances are on offer, each with its own flag-off time to manage the field: 21km at 7:00 AM, 15km at 7:10 AM, 10km at 7:20 AM, and 2.5km at 7:30 AM (5km timing not separately listed but runs alongside the other categories). An award ceremony follows at 10:00 AM.

Getting There

The Hub Karen is on Dagoretti Road, Nairobi, approximately 15.3km from Nairobi CBD, around 33 minutes via Ngong Road (avoiding Kenyatta Avenue closures). From the CBD, take Cabral Street to Moi Avenue, then follow Valley Road and Ngong Road onto Dagoretti Road to reach the venue.

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