On August 14th, Nairobi will be entertained to a sporting frenzy dubbed 'Nairobi Run'. This will be achieved in a bid to showcase Nairobi's beauty in the 50km Road run, moreover Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has partnered with Action Marketing Plus, a 360-marketing agency to ensure the event's success.
Action Marketing Plus Chief Executive Officer Younes Iraki, says the event has attracted over 500 runners participating in the run happening in different locations within Nairobi city. The running routes will cover Oloolua forest, Karura forest, Ngong Road Sanctuary Forest, Arboretum and Uhuru Park among others.
The run itself is not competitive but a fun run open to everyone and it will also feature runners’ groups of the city such as Team Jasho, Fitness with David, Tipwa Tipwa, Urban Swaras, Nairobi Hash House Harriers, & many more.The run will give an opportunity to the participants to rediscover the beauty of Nairobi, to explore its vibrant running routes and share their exhilarating experiences with the world.
The event is supported by well-known runners such as Douglas Wakiihuri as well as several other running clubs, gyms as well as artists & celebrities including Frasha from P-Unit. KTB Chief Executive Officer Dr. Betty Radier pointed out that Nairobi has unknown experiences and attractions for weekend get-away team building family and group excursions.