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Run for Mental Health Africa
Silhouette of a runner cresting a ridge at sunrise
STARTOctober 10, 2026· World Mental Health Day

Run for
Mental Health
Africa

Run Together. Heal Together. Grow Together.

Join us on World Mental Health Day for a marathon that transforms lives through movement, connection, and the power of community.

Ridge Cabin Resort, Tigoni, Kenya

Join our Strava Club — link coming soon

KM 0Why we run

“1 in 4 people in Kenya seeking healthcare is actually suffering from a mental health condition. Most will never get help.”

1 in 4
Kenyans will experience a mental health condition during their lifetime
~75%
Of people with mental health conditions do not receive the care they need
~4
People die by suicide every day in Kenya
KES 62.2B
Annual cost of mental health conditions to Kenya

Sources: Kenya Ministry of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), Kenya Mental Health Investment Case (WHO & MoH Kenya).

Run Together

We believe movement brings people together. Shared physical activity creates connection across backgrounds, ages, and experiences, making wellbeing more accessible and inclusive.

Heal Together

We believe healing happens in safe, supportive environments. Open conversations reduce stigma and encourage people to seek help without fear or isolation.

Grow Together

We believe lasting wellbeing is built collectively. Communities grow stronger when individuals take shared responsibility for supporting one another's mental health.

KM 5–21Choose your distance

Four ways to cross the same line.

5KM
Strides for Hope

A friendly, feel-good distance for everyone. Walk, jog or run at your own pace and be part of the movement.

Ksh 2,500
10KM
Pace of Positivity

The perfect step-up. Build your endurance, set your goal and enjoy the power of community every step of the way.

Ksh 2,500
21KM
Breaking Stigma Half

Test your limits, embrace the journey and experience the unforgettable.

Ksh 2,500
Virtual Run

Can't be with us in person? You can still make every step count for mental health awareness.

Ksh 2,500
AIDYou don't run alone

Get involved

Choose your path to making a difference in mental health across Africa.

A mixed group of men and women running together on a park path

No one crosses the line alone — meet MindMate, RMHA’s running-partner system.

Trusted ecosystem partnersView all →
Tilisi Developments PLCEvents KingsAfrica Creative VillageS.E. Gitau & Co. Advocates
Finish

Every mind matters. No one should struggle alone.