The 5th edition of the Nairobi City Marathon, scheduled for next month, is set to host over 17,000 runners across four categories, highlighting the event's growth as a significant cultural and economic driver for the city.

• Over 17,000 runners are registered for the marathon's four categories: 42km, 21km, 10km, and 5km.
• The marathon is organized by Nairobi City Council and supported by entities like National Bank.
• Winners of the 42km race will receive Ksh 3.5 million, with substantial prizes for 2nd and 3rd place finishers.