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Strides4Men by FWD - Run for Prostate Cancer Awareness

Saturday, 3 October 2026

21km Assembly 6:00 AM, Start 6:30 AM

Distances: 5k, 10k, 21.1k

About: FWD's 3rd Nairobi run dubbed Strides 4 Men, raising public awareness of prostate cancer - encouraging screening, educating on risk factors and symptoms, and supporting men …more

About: FWD's 3rd Nairobi run dubbed Strides 4 Men, raising public awareness of prostate cancer - encouraging screening, educating on risk factors and symptoms, and supporting men and their families navigating the disease. Includes 5km, 10km, and 21km (half marathon) distances.

Strides4Men by FWD - Run for Prostate Cancer Awareness poster
The Waterfront Mall, Karen, Nairobi
21km Assembly 6:00 AM, Start 6:30 AM→10km Assembly 6:40 AM, Start 7:00 AM→5km Assembly 6:45 AM, Start 7:15 AM
5km, 10km, 21.1km · Calculate pace
Adults KES 2,500→Children under 14 KES 1,500
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General registration deadline is 16th September 2026, subject to slot availability. Personalised bib names close COB 10th September 2026 - after that, remaining bibs are number-only.
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Event Highlights

3rd edition of FWD's Nairobi run, raising awareness for prostate cancer
Three distances: 5km, 10km, and 21.1km, all with electronic timing
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men and is curable if diagnosed early
Flat KES 2,500 for adults, KES 1,500 for children under 14, t-shirt and medal included
Family-friendly event with pre and post-run entertainment and kids activities
Personalised bib names available for early registrations
Encourages screening for men 40 years and above
Part of registration proceeds fund free screening for select men on race day, plus subsidized screening costs for others

Race Fees

CategoryFeeStatus
Adult Entry
Includes t-shirt and medal. Electronic timing. Choice of 5km, 10km, or 21.1km.
KES 2,500Available
Child Entry (under 14)
Includes t-shirt and medal. Electronic timing.
KES 1,500Available

What's Included

Official race t-shirt (with or without sleeves)
Finisher medal
Electronic timing chip
Pre and post-run entertainment
Kids activities

Race Distances

5km
10km
21.1km

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Event Schedule

6:00 AM21km - Assembly
6:30 AM21km - Start
6:40 AM10km - Assembly
7:00 AM10km - Start
6:45 AM5km - Assembly
7:15 AM5km - Start

Course Details

Start and assembly at The Waterfront Mall, Karen. Three distances offered: 5km, 10km, and 21.1km (half marathon), each with staggered assembly and start times.

Getting There

The Waterfront Mall Karen is off Langata Road, Nairobi. From the CBD, the fastest route (around 30 minutes, 15.8km) follows Valley Road and Ngong Road to Karen Road, avoiding closures on Kenyatta Avenue.

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Did You Know?

🌍Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men and is curable if diagnosed early.
🌍Participants can choose a physical run at Waterfront Mall Karen or a virtual run from anywhere.
🌍Bib and t-shirt pickup is available at six locations across Nairobi, including Kenya Science, Gigiri, and Diamond Plaza.
🌍Screening efforts specifically target men 40 years and above.
🌍Registration proceeds partly fund free screening for a select number of men on race day and subsidized screening costs for others.

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