The National Police Service (NPS) has announced that three roads will closed in the city on Sunday October 31, 2021 to create room for the Standard Chartered Marathon.
According to a statement released on Thursday, the roads that will be affected by the marathon include; Southern bypass and some sections along Mombasa road.
“The event shall affect transport within the city and environs, inconveniencing motorists and other road users. Affected roads are: Southern bypass from Carnivore to Dagoreti Corner interchange, which shall remain closed from 1.00am – 2.00pm (estimated end of the marathon).
“Road users are also advised to avoid using Mombasa road turnoff to Southern bypass at Ole Sereni Hotel and also Mombasa road turnoff at ICD which shall remain closed. The public is further advised to use main Mombasa Road or alternative routes than those to be closed to avoid inconvenience. The public’s cooperation during the event shall be appreciated,” NPS posted on Twitter.
Due the coronavirus pandemic, this year’s marathon has been divided into two sections; a virtual race and a physical race.
To participate in the physical race, you have to show proof that you’ve at least received the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine or proof that you were tested 72 hours before the race.
The first edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon was held in 2003, and ever since, the race has grown tremendously, earning recognition from World Athletics and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AMS).
So far, 17 editions have been held attracting a total of over 250,000 participants. Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon is currently the largest single-day sporting event in Kenya.
