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    Winners of Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon receive KES 12.5 million in cash prizes – Athletics News

    The winners of the 21st edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon were awarded a total of KES 12.5 million in cash prizes at a ceremony held at Standard Chartered’s Nairobi Headquarters. Each winner in both the men’s and women’s 42KM categories took home KES 2 million.

    The 2024 Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon, which drew over 25,000 participants from more than 90 nationalities, saw Kurgat Kimeli and Gladys Chemutai emerge victorious in the 42KM race. Kurgat completed the race in 2:13:05, while Chemutai clocked in at 2:31:52.

    A cheque of KES 43 million raised by the marathon was handed over to Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers initiative, which focuses on empowering youth, particularly women and persons with disabilities, through education, employability, and entrepreneurship. The initiative, supported by all proceeds from the marathon, plays a key role in helping the next generation gain skills, improve job prospects, and build businesses.

    The runners-up in the men’s category were Dominic Kipkirui, who finished at 2:13:13, and Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo at 2:13:14. Both received KES 1 million each. Caroline Koech (2:35:00) and Joy Kemuma (2:36:06) finished as the women’s runners-up, also receiving KES 1 million each. The second runners-up in the men’s and women’s categories, Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo and Joy Kemuma, received KES 500,000 each.

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    In the men’s and women’s 21KM categories, Vincent Mutai (1:03:27) and Gladys Koech (1:03:27) triumphed, both earning KES 300,000.

    “The 21st edition attracted a record 206 elite athletes, up from 73 the previous year. This growth highlights the marathon’s competitive edge and its role as a platform for athletes to showcase their talent on the international stage,” said Joyce Kibe, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing at Standard Chartered.

     “We look forward to the 22nd edition surpassing this year’s success, with even more elite athletes, sponsors and participants.”

    Commenting on the Marathon, Penina Wahome, the Anti-Doping Agency Kenya (ADAK) CEO said, “ADAK is committed to ensuring that our race adheres to strict anti-doping regulations, promoting a clean and fair competitive environment. This commitment to integrity in sports is something we take immense pride in and continue to uphold”.

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    Participation from persons with disabilities saw a significant rise, with 153 participants compared to 119 in 2023. The winners of the 21KM Wheelchair Race, John Wambua (1:29:30) and Caroline Wanjira (2:07:36), each received KES 300,000.

    The 10KM race saw the largest number of participants, with 10,331 runners, up from 9,405 in 2023. The top five nationalities represented in the 2024 race were Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, China, and India.

    The Marathon underscores our collective responsibility towards environmental stewardship and social equity, in alignment with the World Athletics sustainability agenda, through the Athletics for a Better World (ABW) standard. Together, we have demonstrated that sports can be a powerful catalyst for positive change, and we do not doubt that our partnership will continue to inspire generations to come,” said Lt. Gen (Rtd) Jackson Tuwei, Athletics Kenya President.

    In partnership with Athletics Kenya, the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon earned the prestigious World Athletics Road Race Label last year, allowing runners to compete at the highest level and be ranked against elite athletes globally.

    This year’s marathon will be held on Sunday October 26, 2025.

    The winners are highlighted below:  

    42 KM MEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Kurgat Kimeli KEN 02:13:05 2,000,000
    2 Dominick Kipkirui Bett KEN 02:13:13 1,000,000
    3 Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo KEN 2:13.14 500,000
    4 Richard Rop KEN 02:13:21 300,000
    5 John Mburu Muiruri KEN 02:13:46 200,000
    6 Collins Kipkorir Chebol KEN 02:13:53 100,000
    7 Cosmas Kiptoo Kosgei KEN 2:14.36 75,000
    8 Edwin Kipngetich Kembo KEN 02:16:17 50,000
    9 Melkizedek Kibitok KEN 02:16:19 30,000
    10 Dominic Kiprotich KEN 02:17:07 20,000
            4,275,000
    42 KM WOMEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Gladys Chemutai KEN 02:31:52 2,000,000
    2 Caroline Jepchirchir Koech KEN 02:35:00 1,000,000
    3 Joy Kemuma KEN 02:36:06 500,000
    4 Deborah Chepngetich Sang KEN 2:36.41 300,000
    5 Ruth Chelangat Ndungu KEN 02:37:49 200,000
    6 Chemoru Elias Petakou KEN 02:41:57 100,000
    7 Nzembi Musyoka KEN 2:42.09 75,000
    8 Sarah Keino KEN 02:44:07 50,000
    9 Edna Jeruto Kimitei KEN 02:44:40 30,000
    10 Salina Kangogo KEN 02:48:39 20,000
            4,275,000
    21 KM MEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Vincent Mutai KEN 01:03:27 300,000
    2 Keyborn Nyayiemi Obato KEN 01:03:34 200,000
    3 Silas Kiplimo Chepkwony KEN 01:03:51 150,000
            650,000
    21 KM WOMEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Gladys Jeptepkeny Kipkoech KEN 01:12:10 300,000
    2 Esther Chemutal Kipkech KEN 01:12:12 200,000
    3 Mercy Jerotich Lomuria KEN 01:13:59 150,000
            650,000
             
    WHEELCHAIR RACE MEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 John Wambua Mueni KEN 01:29:30 300,000
    2 Milton llahuya KEN 01:34:56 200,000
    3 Henry Otieno KEN 01:37:59 150,000
            650,000
    WHEELCHAIR RACE WOMEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Caroline Wanjira KEN 02:07:36 300,000
    2 Luvuno Meri Ndegwa KEN 02:10:20 200,000
    3 Rahel Akoth KEN No Time 150,000
            650,000
    10 KM MEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Shadrack Musyoka KEN 30:04 200,000
    2 Dickson Chemitei Katagon KEN 30:12 150,000
    3 Robert Biwott KEN 30:28 100,000
            450,000
    10 KM WOMEN
    Rank Name Nation Time Prize Money (KES)
    1 Emmy Chemutai KEN 36:16 200,000
    2 Daisy Jeloboti Kandie KEN 37:57 150,000
    3 Sharon Jerop Rutto KEN 38:33 100,000
            450,000
    Corporate Relay – Elites
    1 KWS KEN   100,000
    2 Kenya Forest Service – Team 1 KEN   75,000
    3 Kenya Forest Service – Team 2 KEN  
            175,000
    Corporate Relay – Recreational
    1 IMG Kenya Limited KEN   100,000
    2 Kenpoly Manufacturers Ltd KEN   50,000
            150,000
    Persons With Disability Team
    1 APDK KEN   100,000
    2 Light for the world KEN   50,000
    3 Bethany Kids KEN   25,000
            175,000
           
            12,550,000

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