About us
The Isiolo Peace Marathon was born out of the need to find a peaceful, unifying response to persistent inter-community conflicts in northern Kenya. Recognizing the unifying nature of sports, the Regional Pastoralist Peace Link (RPPL) launched the event to bring together young people from communities that had historically been at odds including those from Isiolo, Marsabit, Meru, Laikipia, and Samburu counties.
About Us — Isiolo Peace Marathon
Building Peace, One Step at a Time
The Isiolo Peace Run is an annual half marathon that brings together warring communities in eastern Kenya to promote peace, dialogue, and reconciliation. Organized by the Regional Pastoralist Peace Link (RPPL), the event involves runners from different ethnic groups participating in races like the 10km and 21km. The half marathon aims to build tolerance and peaceful coexistence, with initiatives like community-police open days and alternative dispute resolution also supported alongside the race.
Objectives
The Isiolo Peace Marathon seeks to:
To promote peace and reconciliation among pastoralist and neighboring communities.
To engage morans (young warriors) as ambassadors of peace rather than conflict.
To empower youth through sports, talent development, and economic opportunities.
To strengthen relationships between communities and security agencies.
Purpose
Building Peace, One Step at a Time
The marathon is intended to change the narrative around conflict by bringing feuding groups together in a non-violent, positive event. It also aims to empower young people through their participation and potential economic opportunities through talent nurturing.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS
The Isiolo Peace Marathon is spearheaded by the Regional Pastoralist Peace Link (RPPL) — a leading peacebuilding organization working across northern Kenya to promote dialogue, sustainable livelihoods, and conflict transformation. The event is made possible through collaboration with partners such as: Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT), County and National Government Agencies, Peace and Development Organizations. Local Community Leaders and Security Stakeholders
Together, these partners share one goal: to ensure that every race not only produces winners on the track but also champions of peace and unity in society.