Prestigious Iten race to honour mudslide victims
Organisers yesterday announced that the 2025 edition will be staged on November 30...
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The 2025 Iten International Marathon, scheduled for November 30, will serve as a memorial race to honor the 37 victims of a recent mudslide disaster in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya.
- The race will be a platform for climate change awareness and will support rehabilitation efforts in landslide-prone areas.
- Elgeyo Marakwet County Deputy Governor Prof. Grace Cheserek announced the memorial aspect during the launch, emphasizing remembrance and support for victims.
- Organizers are considering a fun run to mobilize support for affected families, and the theme is "Iten International Marathon Running for Climate Resilience," aiming to plant 30 million trees.
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