Kipchoge Keino to flag off inaugural Daystar University Charity Run
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The event is meant to uplift underprivileged learners within the Daystar University community, including students living with disabilities
Olympic legend and national hero Kipchoge Keino will, on Saturday, 7 March, flag off the inaugural Daystar University Charity Run, dubbed the L.A.P Run, at the Nairobi Arboretum.
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The L.A.P (Laban Ayiro Peter) Run is a fundraising initiative aimed at raising scholarships for students facing financial challenges.
The maiden 2026 edition is expected to bring together students, staff, alumni, and members of the wider community in a shared mission to uplift underprivileged learners within the Daystar University community, including students living with disabilities and international students experiencing financial difficulties while studying away from home.
Participants will have the option to run or walk distances of 5km, 10km, or 21km, with all routes starting and finishing at the Nairobi Arboretum.
According to the organizers, the event has been designed to encourage participation across all fitness levels.
Speaking on the vision of the run, Daystar University Vice Chancellor Laban P. Ayiro described the L.A.P Run as more than just a sporting event.
“The L.A.P Run is a celebration of unity, resilience, and compassion. As we launch this annual event, each step we take together will uplift dignity, support inclusion, and strengthen our community bonds,” the former Moi University Vice Chancellor said.
Keino, whose storied career has inspired generations of runners in Kenya and beyond, will officially start the race in what organizers term a symbolic moment that shows the run’s commitment to athletic excellence and community empowerment.
He is a two-time Olympic champion, having won gold in the 1500m at the 1968 Games and the 3000m steeplechase in 1972.
He amassed four Olympic medals alongside multiple Commonwealth titles, and in 2016, he became the first recipient of the Olympic Laurel in recognition of his immense contribution to sport, education, and philanthropy.
Proceeds from the charity run will be channeled towards initiatives that improve accessibility on campus, enhance support services for persons living with disabilities, and fund other student upliftment programs. Organizers have also opened the door for businesses, alumni, and friends of the university to partner with the event through sponsorship.