Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon Winners Take Home Ksh12.5 Million

The 2024 Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon, which drew over 25,000 participants from more than 90 nationalities, saw Kurgat Kimeli and Gladys Chemutai emerge victorious in the 42 km race.

Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon Winners Take Home Ksh12.5 Million
2024 Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon winners receive prizes during the award ceremony on February 4, 2025. /STANDARD CHARTERED

The winners of the 21st edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon were on Tuesday, February 4 awarded a total of Ksh12.5 million in cash prizes at a ceremony held at Standard Chartered's Nairobi Headquarters. Each winner in both the men's and women's 42KM categories took home Ksh2 million.

The 2024 Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon, which drew over 25,000 participants from more than 90 nationalities, saw Kurgat Kimeli and Gladys Chemutai emerge victorious in the 42 km race. Kurgat completed the race in 2:13:05, while Chemutai clocked in at 2:31:52.

A cheque of Ksh43 million raised by the marathon was handed over to Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers initiative, which focuses on empowering youth, particularly women and persons with disabilities, through education, employability, and entrepreneurship. The initiative, supported by all proceeds from the marathon, plays a key role in helping the next generation gain skills, improve job prospects, and build businesses.

The runners-up in the men’s category were Dominic Kipkirui, who finished at 2:13:13, and Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo at 2:13:14. Both received Ksh1 million each. Caroline Koech (2:35:00) and Joy Kemuma (2:36:06) finished as the women’s runners-up, also receiving Ksh1 million each. The second runners-up in the men’s and women’s categories, Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo and Joy Kemuma, received Ksh500,000 each.

2024 Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon winners receive prizes during the award ceremony on February 4, 2025. /STANDARD CHARTERED

In the men’s and women’s 21KM categories, Vincent Mutai (1:03:27) and Gladys Koech (1:03:27) triumphed, both earning Ksh300,000.

“The 21st edition attracted a record 206 elite athletes, up from 73 the previous year. This growth highlights the marathon’s competitive edge and its role as a platform for athletes to showcase their talent on the international stage,” said Joyce Kibe, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing at Standard Chartered.

“We look forward to the 22nd edition surpassing this year’s success, with even more elite athletes, sponsors and participants.”

Commenting on the Marathon, Penina Wahome, the Anti-Doping Agency Kenya (ADAK) CEO said, “ADAK is committed to ensuring that our race adheres to strict anti-doping regulations, promoting a clean and fair competitive environment. This commitment to integrity in sports is something we take immense pride in and continue to uphold”.

Participation from persons with disabilities saw a significant rise, with 153 participants compared to 119 in 2023. The winners of the 21KM Wheelchair Race, John Wambua (1:29:30) and Caroline Wanjira (2:07:36), each received Ksh300,000.                                                     

The 10KM race saw the largest number of participants, with 10,331 runners, up from 9,405 in 2023. The top five nationalities represented in the 2024 race were Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, China, and India.

"The Marathon underscores our collective responsibility towards environmental stewardship and social equity, in alignment with the World Athletics sustainability agenda, through the Athletics for a Better World (ABW) standard. Together, we have demonstrated that sports can be a powerful catalyst for positive change, and we do not doubt that our partnership will continue to inspire generations to come,” said Lt. Gen (Rtd) Jackson Tuwei, Athletics Kenya President.

In partnership with Athletics Kenya, the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon earned the prestigious World Athletics Road Race Label last year, allowing runners to compete at the highest level and be ranked against elite athletes globally. 

This year’s marathon will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The winners are highlighted below:  

42 KM MEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Kurgat Kimeli

KEN

02:13:05

2,000,000

2

Dominick Kipkirui Bett

KEN

02:13:13

1,000,000

3

Peter Kwemoi Ndorobo

KEN

2:13.14

500,000

4

Richard Rop

KEN

02:13:21

300,000

5

John Mburu Muiruri

KEN

02:13:46

200,000

6

Collins Kipkorir Chebol

KEN

02:13:53

100,000

7

Cosmas Kiptoo Kosgei

KEN

2:14.36

75,000

8

Edwin Kipngetich Kembo

KEN

02:16:17

50,000

9

Melkizedek Kibitok

KEN

02:16:19

30,000

10

Dominic Kiprotich

KEN

02:17:07

20,000

 

 

 

 

4,275,000

42 KM WOMEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Gladys Chemutai

KEN

02:31:52

2,000,000

2

Caroline Jepchirchir Koech

KEN

02:35:00

1,000,000

3

Joy Kemuma

KEN

02:36:06

500,000

4

Deborah Chepngetich Sang

KEN

2:36.41

300,000

5

Ruth Chelangat Ndungu

KEN

02:37:49

200,000

6

Chemoru Elias Petakou

KEN

02:41:57

100,000

7

Nzembi Musyoka

KEN

2:42.09

75,000

8

Sarah Keino

KEN

02:44:07

50,000

9

Edna Jeruto Kimitei

KEN

02:44:40

30,000

10

Salina Kangogo

KEN

02:48:39

20,000

 

 

 

 

4,275,000

21 KM MEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Vincent Mutai

KEN

01:03:27

300,000

2

Keyborn Nyayiemi Obato

KEN

01:03:34

200,000

3

Silas Kiplimo Chepkwony

KEN

01:03:51

150,000

 

 

 

 

650,000

21 KM WOMEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Gladys Jeptepkeny Kipkoech

KEN

01:12:10

300,000

2

Esther Chemutal Kipkech

KEN

01:12:12

200,000

3

Mercy Jerotich Lomuria

KEN

01:13:59

150,000

 

 

 

 

650,000

 

 

 

 

 

WHEELCHAIR RACE MEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

John Wambua Mueni

KEN

01:29:30

300,000

2

Milton llahuya

KEN

01:34:56

200,000

3

Henry Otieno

KEN

01:37:59

150,000

 

 

 

 

650,000

WHEELCHAIR RACE WOMEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Caroline Wanjira

KEN

02:07:36

300,000

2

Luvuno Meri Ndegwa

KEN

02:10:20

200,000

3

Rahel Akoth

KEN

No Time

150,000

 

 

 

 

650,000

10 KM MEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Shadrack Musyoka

KEN

30:04

200,000

2

Dickson Chemitei Katagon

KEN

30:12

150,000

3

Robert Biwott

KEN

30:28

100,000

 

 

 

 

450,000

10 KM WOMEN

Rank

Name

Nation

Time

Prize Money (Ksh)

1

Emmy Chemutai

KEN

36:16

200,000

2

Daisy Jeloboti Kandie

KEN

37:57

150,000

3

Sharon Jerop Rutto

KEN

38:33

100,000

 

 

 

 

450,000

Corporate Relay - Elites

1

KWS

KEN

 

100,000

2

Kenya Forest Service - Team 1

KEN

 

75,000

3

Kenya Forest Service - Team 2

KEN

 

 

 

 

 

175,000

Corporate Relay - Recreational

1

IMG Kenya Limited

KEN

 

100,000

2

Kenpoly Manufacturers Ltd

KEN

 

50,000

 

 

 

 

150,000

Persons With Disability Team

1

APDK

KEN

 

100,000

2

Light for the world

KEN

 

50,000

3

Bethany Kids

KEN

 

25,000

 

 

 

 

175,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12,550,000

Participants at a Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. /STANDARD CHARTERED