What is included in the KShs 2,500 entry fee?

Entry covers participation in your chosen distance (5km, 10km, or 21km), a finisher medal, and a downloadable certificate for runners who complete within the official time limits. The official event t-shirt is a separate paid option selected during registration.

How do I register for the group or alumni packages?

The dedicated group and alumni package sign-up links were reported broken. The organising committee negotiates a special group rate directly, so use the main registration link and contact the committee to confirm pricing for group or alumni entries.

What is the minimum group size and is there a group discount?

Group entries require a minimum of 10 runners, with a 5% administration fee applied on the total group value. Special negotiated rates are available - contact the organising committee via the main registration link.

When and where do I collect my race number (BIB)?

BIB collection is the day before the race, Saturday 3 July 2026, between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, at the Race Office on the TEAU campus in Kitengela. You must collect it in person with a valid photo ID, or authorise someone else in writing via email.

Where do all the proceeds go?

All proceeds from the TEAU Half Marathon 2026 support the TEAU Scholarship Fund, helping create educational opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Half Marathon

TEAU Half Marathon 2026

Saturday, 4 July 2026 · 7:30 AM (Assembly)

Inaugural edition of TEAU's signature event, themed "Every Step Changes a Life." Empowers youth and supports access to quality education, with all proceeds going to the TEAU Scholarship Fund.

The East African University (TEAU), Kitengela, Kajiado County

7:30 AM (Assembly)

5km, 10km, 21km

KShs 2,500

The East African University (TEAU)

0722 545 167 | marathon@teau.ac.ke

www.teau.ac.ke

@theeastafricanuniversity_254 Facebook @TEAU_Kitengela

marathon.teau.ac.ke/product/standard-ticket

Group entries (10+ runners) and Alumni 'Mbogi' packages negotiate a special rate directly with the organising committee via the main registration link.

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Event Highlights

Inaugural edition - TEAU's first signature half marathon event

Themed "Every Step Changes a Life" - empowers youth and supports access to quality education

21km Half Marathon, 10km Race, and 5km Fun Run, all starting together at 7:00 AM

All proceeds support the TEAU Scholarship Fund

Alumni "Mbogi" packages with dedicated photo sessions and special recognition at the finish line

BIBs collected Saturday 3 July, 3:00–8:00 PM at the TEAU Race Office - bring valid ID

Timed via Webscorer - bring your own timing device and show your result at the finish

Race Distances

5km

10km

21km

Race Fees

Category	Fee	Status
Standard Entry Entry for 5km, 10km, or 21km. Includes finisher medal and downloadable certificate for those who complete within official time limits. Official event t-shirt available as a separate paid option during registration.	KES 2,500	Available
Group Entry (10+ runners) Minimum group size of 10 runners. 5% administration fee applied on total group value. Special group rates negotiated directly with the organising committee - use the main registration link.	KES 2,500	Available

What's Included

Finisher medal

Downloadable finisher certificate (for runners completing within official time limits)

Water and refreshments approximately every 3.5km on course

Additional water and drinks at the finish line

Medical support (ambulance and medical station) at start and finish

Water and refreshment stations every ~3.5km

Toilets along the route and at the start/finish area

Course Details

All distances start and finish at the TEAU campus in Kitengela, Kajiado County. The 21km, 10km, and 5km all start at 7:00 AM (assembly from 6:30 AM). Exact start/finish locations will be shared closer to race day.

Getting There

TEAU is located in Kitengela, Kajiado County, approximately 40km south of Nairobi along the Nairobi-Kajiado-Namanga highway, roughly a 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minute drive from the Nairobi CBD depending on traffic and route. Avoid parking too close to the start and finish zones as access may be restricted; consider parking further away and walking in, or arranging drop-offs in advance. If using a taxi or ride-hailing service, book in advance and aim to arrive at least 60 minutes before race start, as demand will be high on race day.

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🌍The East African University (TEAU) is a private institution established in 2010, occupying a 100-acre campus in Kitengela, Kajiado County, approximately 40km south of Nairobi along the Nairobi-Kajiado-Namanga highway.

🌍Medals will be handed out at the finish line, and the official event t-shirt is available only to runners who selected and paid for it during registration.

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