Isiolo Peace Run 19th May 2024

Sports as a Universal Language of Peace

Universally, sport has the power to change the world positively. It is not only a fundamental human right but also a powerful tool for strengthening social ties and promoting peace among communities. Through sports, individuals learn teamwork, discipline, and cooperation qualities essential in building lasting peace.

By bringing together athletes and communities from different ethnic backgrounds, the Isiolo Peace Marathon has become a neutral, safe space for dialogue, friendship, and transformation replacing division with shared purpose.

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Highlights from the 2024 Isiolo Peace Run

Held in 19 May 2024 in Isiolo County, the marathon drew participants from across Isiolo, Marsabit, Laikipia, Meru, and Samburu counties. Runners from diverse ethnic groups came together, showcasing not only athletic excellence but also solidarity and unity across Kenya’s pastoralist regions.

The event featured competitive races — including the 21km Half Marathon for men and women — as well as community dialogues, cultural showcases, and environmental initiatives such as tree planting to promote sustainability and peace.

🏅 Men’s 21km Results

  1. Samuel Sukuta – 1:02:30

  2. Nahashon Kipsang – 1:02:41

  3. Antony Kahuthu – 1:02:59

  4. Stephen Loruo – 1:03:10

  5. Philip Kipkorir – 1:03:20

  6. John Kuria – 1:03:44

  7. Kenneth Kithinji – 1:04:13

  8. Felix Kirong – 1:04:30

  9. James Kangogo – 1:04:47

  10. Jackson Maiyo – 1:04:5

  11. Godwin Kimutai 1:05:02
  12. Michael Kirui 1:05:21
  13. Bismarck Langat 1:05:30
  14. Duncan Kemei 1:05:34
  15. Lobeki Egiron 1:05:49
  16. James Wanjema 1:06:01
  17. Denis Kosgei 1:06:05
  18. Julius Kamau 1:06:10
  19. Yach Majok SSD 1:06:17
  20. Alfred Kiproo Chebet 1:06:19
  21. George Kimotho 1:06:21
  22. Edmon Rono 1:06:24
  23. Elkana Kiprop 1:06:32
  24. Moses Kipsang 1:06:36
  25. Denis Kipkoech 1:06:38
  26. Vedic Cheruiyot 1:06:41
  27. Leonard Poghisio 1:06:57
  28. Eric Kiprono Sang 1:07:05,
  29. Peter Kipkemei Limo 1:07:21
  30. Victor Kiprono 1:07:44
  31. Philiph Kipngetich Koech 1:08:16
  32. Philemon Kiprotich Konor 1:08:32
  33. Ezra Wanyonyi Ondiso 1:08:52
  34. Ezra Wanyonyi Ondiso 1:09:03
  35. Kelvin Kipchumba 1:09:14

🏃‍♀️ Women’s 21km Results

  1. Pamela Cherono – 1:12:01

  2. Winny Chebet – 1:12:13

  3. Martha Wangui – 1:12:21

  4. Gladys Chichi – 1:12:31

  5. Sarah Chebet – 1:13:13

  6. Mercy Kuto – 1:13:28

  7. Mary Laranja – 1:14:08

  8. Beatrice Cherono – 1:14:19

  9. Sarah Kimeli – 1:14:38

  10. Luciana Maina – 1:15:01

  11. Gladys Jepkemoi Chemweo 1:15:14,
  12. Purity Chepchirchir Kipkoech 1:15:21,
  13. Linda Cheruto 1:15:21,
  14. Rael Cherop Boiyo 1:15:35,
  15. Regina Cheptoo 1:15:37,
  16. Janet Cheruto Masai 1:15:59,
  17. Beatrice Jeptepkeny Miningwo 1:16:00,
  18. Sharon Jepchirchir Ruto 1:16:45,
  19. Jackline Chepkoech 1:16:49,
  20. Faith Jepkogei Keter 1:17:12,
  21. Divina Jepkogei 1:17:21,
  22. Lydia Cheruto 1:17:29,
  23. Veronica Wakuraya Wanjiku 1:18:18,
  24. Mercy Chepngetich 1:18:25,
  25. Purity Jelagat 1:18:29,
  26. Mercy Jepchumba 1:18:35,
  27. Dorine Jepchirchir 1:18:39,
  28. Prisca Ngetuny 1:19:03,
  29. Scholastic Chelimo Murter 1:19:04,
  30. Vivian Jelagat Rop 1:19:19,
  31. Norah Jemutai Somoei 1:19:20,
  32. Sheillah Jelagat 1:20:27,
  33. Slyvia Komen Kabutie 1:20:30,
  34. Irene Jepkosgei Koima 1:20:33,
  35. Agnes Musabymana RWA 1:21:23

Empowering Youth, Strengthening Communities

The 2024 marathon stood out for its emphasis on youth empowerment and inclusivity. Many of the runners were young men and women from pastoralist backgrounds, some from communities that have previously experienced inter-ethnic conflict.

Through participation, they not only demonstrated athletic excellence but also embraced peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and collaboration. RPPL continues to leverage these engagements to promote alternative dispute resolution, community-police partnerships, and environmental conservation as pathways to sustainable peace

The Broader Impact

The Isiolo Peace Marathon represents more than just a race. It is a movement for unity, bringing together community leaders, peace advocates, security agencies, and development partners in a shared effort to strengthen social harmony.

Each year, the event draws national attention, providing a high-visibility platform for peace messages that resonate across Kenya and beyond. Through sports, RPPL and its partners continue to remind the world that when people run together, they move closer to peace together. The success of the 2024 Isiolo Peace Marathon reinforces the value of sports as a bridge between divided communities.