Former first lady of the Republic of Kenya Margaret Kenyatta was among the 25,000 individuals who graced the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon on Sunday, October 30, 2022.
According to a spot check by TeamKenya.co.ke, the former First Lady made an appearance after the end of the race while proudly displaying her medal.
The 58-year-old also allowed some of the participants who were at the event to take photos of her.
Some of the other elite athletes who competed in the event include former London Marathon champion Prisca Jeptoo, Bravin Kirop, Asbel Kipsang and Ezra Kiptanui. Margaret is trained by former Kenyan runner and experienced athletics coach Douglas Wakiihuri.
Iten-based athlete Elias Chelimo won the full marathon title ahead of Wilfred Kirwa and Felix Kipkorir.
In the women’s category, Sheila Chepkech overcame a strong field to emerge victorious.
Chelimo and Chepkech pocketed Ksh2 million each for their superb performances.
Margaret has taken part in most road races in Nairobi in the past few years. She played an instrumental role in the launch of the Beyond Zero Half Marathon.
The above marathon raises funds to cater to healthcare-related issues, particularly those that deal with child death, maternal death, and HIV infection.
During the maiden edition of the Beyond Zero Marathon, Margaret managed to complete the 21km race in a time of 3:46.00.
Ex-President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta, who was at the finishing line then, congratulated her wife with a hug for achieving the milestone.
The Standard Chartered Marathon started at the Southern Bypass and ended at Uhuru Gradens grounds.