Tatu City and Standard Chartered Partner for Nairobi Marathon Warm-Up Run

Tatu City and Standard Chartered have teamed up to host the official warm-up run for the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon.

This exciting full-day event is scheduled for July 13, 2024, at Tatu City, the expansive 5,000-acre new city on the outskirts of Nairobi.

The warm-up run will feature race distances of 5km, 10km, and 21km, making it accessible to runners of all skill levels. The race village promises a lively atmosphere with live music from top Kenyan artists, a kids’ zone filled with fun activities, and a diverse food and drinks area.

High-value prizes from Platinum sponsor Dr. Mattress are expected to draw thousands of runners, families, and friends.

Jonathan Batty, Group Head of Marketing & Communications at Rendeavour, the owner and developer of Tatu City, expressed his enthusiasm: “Tatu City is the perfect environment for world-class sporting and recreational events like the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. It’s safe, secure, beautiful, and has hundreds of kilometers of tarmacked roads, tracks, and trails. Runners, walkers, their friends, and families can feel confident of a great day out.”

Joyce Kibe, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand, and Marketing at Standard Chartered, added: “The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon Warm-up Run at Tatu City marks a new chapter in our marathon’s history. We are excited to provide participants with a unique opportunity to prepare for the Nairobi Marathon in October while enjoying the beautiful and secure setting of Tatu City.”

The event boasts support from over a dozen prominent sponsors, with Dr. Mattress leading as Platinum Sponsor. Dr. Mattress, a well-known Kenyan manufacturer of beds, mattresses, and furniture, is also the main Prize Sponsor. With prizes worth over KES 1.5 million, participants have the chance to win in various categories, including the top three fastest runners across all distances, best-represented running club, most lively group, and youngest and oldest running participants.

“Tatu City is home to Dr. Mattress, so it was natural for us to sponsor this event. We want people to experience first-hand the exciting range of high-quality bedroom and living room furniture we produce here in Tatu City. We encourage everyone to participate and experience the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle,” said Adnan Merdin, Founder and Managing Director of Dr. Mattress.