Run for Mental Health Africa

Run Together . Heal Together . Grow Together

Join us on World Mental Health Day (10th October) for a marathon that transforms lives through movement, connection and the power of community.

Mental Health Situation

The Crisis in kenya

1 in 4 people in Kenya seeking healthcare is actually suffering from a mental health condition. Most will never get help

0 %
of Kenyans

face mental health disorders

0 B
KES Annual Loss

0.6% if GDP

0 %
Suicide rate

in the last decade

Suicide is 3rd leading cause of death among youth 15-29

Only 0.2 psychiatrists per 100,000

1 in 4 primary care patients has a mental health condition

Our Foundations

Three Pillars of Change

At RFMHA, we believe transformation happens when we move, heal and grow as one community

Run Together

We believe movement brings people together. Shared physical activity creates connection across backgrounds, ages and experiences, making wellbeing more accessible and inclusive

Heal Together

We believe healing happens in safe, supportive environments. Open conversations reduce stigma and encourage people to seek help without fear or isolation

Grow Together

We believe lasting wellbeing is built collectively. Communities grow stronger when individuals take shared responsibility for supporting one another’s mental health.

THE EVENT

Run for Mental Health Africa Marathon.

October 10, 2026 - World Mental health Day

Tilisi, Kenya

October 10, 2026

Open to all ages & abilities

5km, 10km and 21km

Runners of all levels are welcome!

Run With Us

Register for the marathon

PEER SUPPORT

No One Runs Alone.

The MindMate system pairs every participant with an accountability partner. Register, pair up and cross the finish line together

Register

Pair Up

Run Together

Take the pledge

Every Mind Matters. No one should struggle alone

Take the pledge

Check in on one person weekly

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Learn the warning signs of distress

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Listen without judgement

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Speak respectfully about mental health

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Seek support and encourage others to seek help

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Take the Pledge

Leave your mark. Together we can break every barrier to mental wellness.

Learn More

In Crisis? Call Befrienders Kenya

or dial

999

Join Our Strava Club

Join our community of active runners and walkers
as we gear up to
the marathon.

Support The
Cause

Your donation goes a long way in supporting the activities of Run for Mental Health Africa.

Raise awareness

Reduce stigma

Community connection

Become a Partner

Join us in this journey as we work to support mental health awareness in Africa by enabling an active, mindful lifestyle

Partnership Packages
We have various
packages to choose from

An Africa where mental wellness is a prioritized, accessible right.

EMERGENCY: In psychological crisis? Contact Befrienders Kenya 24/7 at 0722 178 177 or call 999 immediately.