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USENGE
BEACH
HALF MARATHON
2026

Run For Health · Run For Community · Run For Change

📅 3rd October 2026 · Race Day
📍 Usenge, Siaya County, Kenya
🏃 1,500+ Runners Expected
👥 10,000+ Spectators
🌍 East African & International Participants
🌊 Explore Destination
⏱ Race Day Countdown
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1–3 Oct
3-Day Weekend of Impact
21.1km
Half Marathon
10km
Road Race
5km
Fun Run
KES 3.3M+
Revenue Target
🏃 USENGE BEACH HALF MARATHON 2026• 📅 3RD OCTOBER 2026 · USENGE, SIAYA COUNTY, KENYA• 💚 HOSTED BY USENGE BEACH MEDICAL CENTER• 🌊 LAKE VICTORIA LAKESIDE ROUTE• 🏆 1,500+ RUNNERS · 10,000+ SPECTATORS• 🤝 SPONSORSHIP: KES 200K — 1.5M+• 📞 0729 416 291 · WHATSAPP REGISTRATION• 🌍 RUN FOR HEALTH · RUN FOR COMMUNITY · RUN FOR CHANGE• 🏃 USENGE BEACH HALF MARATHON 2026• 📅 3RD OCTOBER 2026 · USENGE, SIAYA COUNTY, KENYA• 💚 HOSTED BY USENGE BEACH MEDICAL CENTER• 🌊 LAKE VICTORIA LAKESIDE ROUTE• 🏆 1,500+ RUNNERS · 10,000+ SPECTATORS• 🤝 SPONSORSHIP: KES 200K — 1.5M+• 📞 0729 416 291 · WHATSAPP REGISTRATION• 🌍 RUN FOR HEALTH · RUN FOR COMMUNITY · RUN FOR CHANGE•
Usenge Beach Medical Center
About The Event
Usenge Beach Medical Centre Limited · P.O. Box 136, Usenge, Kenya · Director: Michael Riwa

A Race That Transforms Communities

The Usenge Beach Half Marathon is not just a race — it is a declaration that this community, seated on the shores of Africa's largest lake, is rising. Organized by Usenge Beach Medical Center in Siaya County, Kenya, it celebrates health, cultural heritage, and the unstoppable spirit of Lake Victoria's lakeside communities.

The three-day weekend — 1st–3rd October 2026 — brings together amateur and professional runners, schools, NGOs, government bodies, corporates, cultural groups, and international visitors in one unified celebration of community strength and health.

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Health ImpactFree health screenings, HIV testing, nutrition education
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Lakeside RouteScenic Lake Victoria waterfront course
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Youth EmpowermentSchool participation & scholarships
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EAC VisibilityEast African & international media coverage
Marathon runners
Lake Victoria
Community
Destination

Usenge & Lake Victoria — Discover The Magic

Usenge sits on the northeastern shores of Lake Victoria, the world's largest tropical lake. This is a land of fishermen at dawn, Luo cultural traditions, sunsets that paint the water gold, and a community building its future. Come to race. Stay for the experience.

Lake Victoria Sunset
Lake Victoria Shoreline
The race route follows the iconic lakeside — experience Africa's greatest lake at dawn
🏃 Race Route
Fishing community
Traditional Fishing Village
Usenge beach market & fishing boats
🐟 Culture
Sunrise over water
Dawn Over Lake Victoria
5:30 AM race start — sunrise on water
🌅 Experience
Runners
Community Running Spirit
Thousands line the route to cheer
🏆 Energy
Cultural performance
Luo Cultural Festival
Music, dance & traditional cuisine
🎶 Day 1 & 3
Culture & Attractions

What Awaits You in Siaya County

Wildlife
Nature
Lake Victoria Islands
Mfangano & Rusinga Islands — ancient rock art, hippo sightings, and pristine bird sanctuary. An hour's boat ride from Usenge.
Cultural dance
Heritage
Luo Cultural Heritage
Experience the Luo nation's vibrant music (benga), traditional nyatiti performances, and the famous nyama choma feasts at Usenge beach market.
Bird watching
Eco-Tourism
Bird Watching Paradise
Over 300 bird species around Lake Victoria shores — African fish eagle, kingfishers, pelicans, and rare papyrus endemics make this a birder's dream.
Market
Commerce
Usenge Beach Market
One of Kenya's busiest lakeside fish markets — fresh Nile perch, tilapia, craft vendors, and the living pulse of the local fishing economy.
Event Programme

3 Days of Impact & Celebration

A full weekend experience — from cultural welcome to race day triumph to grand closing gala. 1st–3rd October 2026.

Day 1 — Tuesday
Welcome & Setup
30 September 2026
Cultural opening
  • Runner registration & packet pickup
  • School exhibitions & science fair
  • Cultural Village opening ceremony
  • Exhibitor & vendor booth setup
  • Welcome cultural performances
  • VIP sponsors networking evening
  • Health screening & HIV testing
Day 2 — RACE DAY ⭐
The Main Event
2 October 2026 · Race Day 🏆
Marathon race
  • 5:30 AM — Half Marathon 21.1km start
  • 6:00 AM — 10km Race start
  • 7:00 AM — 5km Fun Run start
  • Live finish line entertainment
  • Prize-giving ceremony
  • Cultural showcases & food festival
  • Community health activities
Day 3 — Thursday
Legacy & Gala
3 October 2026
Gala closing
  • Cultural symposium
  • Youth empowerment forum
  • Tourism promotion forum
  • Development & investment panel
  • Agriculture & tech showcase
  • Grand cultural gala evening
  • Closing ceremony & awards
Race Categories

Choose Your Challenge

Open to all abilities — elite, amateur, school students, and fun runners. Multiple currencies accepted. Register early for early-bird prices.

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Half Marathon
21.1km

Full lakeside route around Usenge Bay. Internationally certified course. Cash prizes for top 3 men & women. Minimum age 18.

KES 1,500Locals
USD 15International
UGX 55KUganda
TZS 35KTanzania
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10km Race
10km

Lakeside out-and-back course. Open to all ages 15+. Prizes for top 3 men & women. Perfect for club runners and fitness enthusiasts.

KES 1,000Locals
USD 10International
UGX 37KUganda
TZS 23KTanzania
🎉
5km Fun Run
5km

Family & community run. Open to all ages including children (under 14 with guardian). School teams welcome. Participation certificates for all.

KES 500Locals
USD 5International
UGX 18KUganda
TZS 12KTanzania
How To Register
1️⃣
Choose Category
Select 21.1km, 10km or 5km
2️⃣
Pay via M-Pesa or Bank
M-Pesa: 0729 416 291
DTB: 0642078002
3️⃣
Send Confirmation
WhatsApp receipt + details to 0729 416 291
4️⃣
Get Your BIB Number
Receive confirmation & BIB within 24hrs
AI-Powered Intelligence

Real-Time Event Intelligence & Insights

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Projected Visitor Spend
KES 45M+
↑ +320% vs. 2024
Media Reach Target
2.5M+
EAC + International
Health Screenings
5,000+
Free community health tests
Tourism Uplift
+180%
Projected hotel bookings
Youth Participants
800+
Schools & youth groups
Job Creation
350+
Direct & indirect employment
Development Intelligence

Participant Profile & Growth Prospects

UBHM 2026 reflects the full cross-section of Siaya County's potential — from schools and professionals to agriculture, manufacturing, and tech. The event is an economic catalyst.

📊 Expected Participant Ratio
School Students
Community / Amateur
Professionals
University Students
International / Diaspora
🏭 Economic Sector Integration
Fisheries & Aquaculture
Small Business / Trade
Agriculture & Food
Healthcare
Technology / Manufacturing
🐟
Fisheries & Aquaculture
High Potential
Lake Victoria supports Kenya's largest artisanal fishery. Usenge is a gateway to a multi-billion shilling Nile perch, tilapia, and omena economy. Aquaculture investment opportunities for cage fish farming and processing facilities are abundant.
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Agriculture & Food Processing
High Potential
Siaya County's fertile terrain supports sorghum, maize, sweet potato, and horticulture. UBHM 2026 showcases agricultural produce at the Food Festival and connects farmers with processors, investors, and export markets.
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Light Manufacturing & Cottage Industry
Growing
Fish processing, handicraft, boat building, and agricultural value-addition industries are emerging in Usenge. The marathon vendor fair provides direct market access for over 100 local producers.
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Digital Economy & AgriTech
Emerging
Youth-led agritech startups, mobile money integration, digital health records, and e-commerce are transforming the local economy. UBHM 2026's tech pavilion connects innovators with investors and mentors.
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Eco-Tourism & Hospitality
High Potential
Lake Victoria's pristine shores, island heritage sites, and Luo cultural richness create world-class eco-tourism potential. UBHM 2026 is the anchor event that places Usenge on the East African tourist circuit.
Partnership Opportunities

Be A Champion of Change

Partner with UBHM 2026 to reach 10,000+ spectators, 1,500+ runners, and wide East African media coverage. Your investment promotes health, empowers communities, and drives lasting impact.

Apply To Sponsor

International & Local Sponsor Application

Payment & Contribution

Official Payment Channels

All payments — registration fees, sponsorships, and donations — go directly to the official Usenge Beach Medical Centre Limited account. Safe, verified, and transparent.

🏦 Diamond Trust Bank — Official Account
Bank Name
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB)
Branch
Bondo Branch
Account Name
Usenge Beach Medical Centre Limited
Account No.
0642078002
Reference
Your Name + Purpose
(e.g. "Jane Auma — Gold Sponsor")
✅ After transfer, send proof to:
📧 usegebeachmedicalcentre@gmail.com
📞 WhatsApp: 0729 416 291
Include: Name · Amount · Purpose · Phone
📧 Email Us
Lipa Na M-Pesa — instant & secure for all payments
1
Open M-Pesa on your Safaricom phone
2
Select Send Money → Enter: 0729 416 291
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Enter amount:
Half Marathon → KES 1,500
10km Race → KES 1,000
5km Fun Run → KES 500
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Enter PIN and confirm payment
5
WhatsApp your SMS confirmation to 0729 416 291 with: Full Name + Race Category + T-Shirt Size
💬 Direct WhatsApp Registration:
Send: Full Name · ID No. · Race Category · County/Country · T-Shirt Size to 0729 416 291 after payment.
💬 Register via WhatsApp
War Room · Financial Dashboard

Real-Time Event Financials & KPIs

Live tracking of sponsorship pipeline, registrations, revenue, and event readiness. Updated daily by event committees.

Sponsorship Raised
KES 2.1M
of KES 3.3M target
↑ 64% of target reached
Runner Registrations
219
of 1,500 target
↑ Growing daily
Booth Confirmations
27
of 100+ target · KES 540K
↑ 27% confirmed
Volunteer Sign-ups
54
of 300 needed
⚠ Urgent — needs 246 more
📊 Revenue Breakdown by Tier
KES 1.5M
KES 1M
500K
300K
200K
~150K
🎯 Event Readiness Index
Sponsorship
Registrations
Logistics
Marketing
Volunteers
SponsorTierStatus
County Government SiayaGoldConfirmed
DTB Bank KenyaSilverConfirmed
Safaricom FoundationPlatinumIn Talks
Kenya Tourism BoardGoldIn Talks
EABL / DiageoBronzeProspecting
Committee Management

Event Management Portal

Integrated dashboard for all 12 event committees — real-time KPIs, task management, registration tracking, and financial oversight.

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Committee Login
UBHM 2026 Internal Portal
Access codes distributed by the Organizing Committee Secretary. Contact: 0729 416 291
Connect With Us

Follow the Journey · Share the Story

Join our growing community across all platforms. Watch race highlights, follow training tips, share your journey, and be part of the conversation that's putting Usenge on the world map.

Official Hashtags
#UBHM2026 #UsengeBeachMarathon #RunForHealth #LakeVictoriaRun #SiayaRuns #RunForCommunity
Click any hashtag to copy · Use them on all your posts about UBHM 2026
Media & News Coverage

East Africa · Africa · World News

Stay informed — follow live news from East Africa, the continent, and global media. UBHM 2026 is building its presence across all major news platforms. Click any outlet to follow coverage.

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East Africa
Kenya · Uganda · Tanzania · Rwanda · EAC
Nation AfricaKenya's leading daily — politics, sports, health
Kenya
Standard MediaBreaking news, business & sports
Kenya
The Star KenyaNews, county government & community
Kenya
Citizen DigitalRoyal Media — TV, Radio & Digital
Kenya
New Vision UgandaUganda's national newspaper
Uganda
Daily Monitor UgandaNews, business & sport
Uganda
The Citizen TanzaniaTanzania's top English daily
Tanzania
The New Times RwandaRwanda's leading news outlet
Rwanda
East African BusinessEAC trade, investment & economy
EAC
The East AfricanRegional politics, business & sport
Regional
🌐
Africa
Pan-African · Continent · Development
AllAfricaAggregates 130+ African news sources
Pan-Africa
AfricanewsBreaking news from across the continent
TV / Digital
Business Daily AfricaInvestment, finance & markets
Business
Daily Sun NigeriaWest Africa news & sports
W.Africa
Mail & Guardian SASouth Africa's quality journalism
S.Africa
Addis FortuneEthiopia business & finance
Ethiopia
The Africa ReportPolitics, economy & business
Pan-Africa
Premium Times NigeriaInvestigative journalism
Nigeria
Running Magazine AfricaAfrican athletics & marathons
Athletics
KBC KenyaKenya Broadcasting Corporation
State Media
🌏
Worldwide
Global Media · Sports · Development
BBC AfricaWorld's most trusted international broadcaster
UK / Global
Al Jazeera AfricaIndependent global news — Africa focus
Qatar / Global
Reuters AfricaBreaking wire news & markets
Global Wire
CNN AfricaUS-based 24hr global news network
USA / Global
France 24 AfricaMultilingual international news
France / Global
Deutsche Welle AfricaGerman public international broadcaster
Germany
World AthleticsOfficial athletics federation news
Athletics
RNW MediaYouth media & development news
Netherlands
UNDP KenyaUN development news & SDG reporting
UN / Global
WHO NewsWorld Health Organization global health
UN / Global
Media & Press
Are You a Journalist or Media House?
Request press credentials, media passes, official press releases, and high-resolution branding materials. We actively seek media partners for local, regional, and international coverage of UBHM 2026.
📧 Request Press Pass 💬 WhatsApp Media Team
Official Authentication

Government Endorsed · Officially Certified

UBHM 2026 carries full government endorsement from the County Commissioner Siaya County, Ministry of Interior & National Administration, Usigu Sub-County Hospital, West Yimbo Location Chief, and the Usenge Beach Management Unit. This is a fully recognised national sporting and development event.

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County Commissioner
Siaya County · Ministry of Interior
Ref: CC/SC/A.32VOL.II/67
Signed: Wilfred N. Daudi
✓ Endorsed 23/6/2026
📋
Ministry of Interior
Office of the President
West Yimbo Location · Usenge
Chief: Paul D. Olang'o
✓ Confirmed 19/6/2026
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Usigu Sub-County Hospital
County Government of Siaya
Dept of Health · Ref: USGSCH/REL
H.A.O: Pauline Onyango
✓ Confirmed 22/6/2026
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West Yimbo Chief
West Yimbo Location
Usenge Sub-Location · Vsigu Division
Siaya County
✓ Confirmed 19/6/2026
🌊
Usenge Beach Mgt Unit
Bondo Sub-County · Siaya County
Chairman: Dedan Mulcabi Ajima
P.O. Box 105-40609
✓ Endorsed 20/6/2026
📄 Official Endorsement & Strategic Investment Prospectus
UBHM 2026 · Signed & Stamped · 18 Pages · Includes full government letters, budget KES 42M, sponsor tiers & ROI
⬇ Download PDF
✓ Strategic Investment Prospectus
✓ County Commissioner Endorsement Letter
✓ Ministry of Interior Confirmation
✓ Usigu Sub-County Hospital Support
✓ West Yimbo Location Chief Letter
✓ Beach Management Endorsement
✓ Total Budget: KES 42,000,000
✓ ESG & CSR Value Framework
✓ Target Sponsors: Safaricom, KCB, Equity
✓ Embassy & Development Partner Proposals
✓ Legacy Projects & SDG 3, 8, 11, 17
✓ KES 50–150M Economic Injection Projected
Get In Touch

Contact the Organizing Committee

📞 General Enquiries
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WhatsApp / Phone0729 416 291
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Emailusegebeachmedicalcentre@gmail.com
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LocationUsenge, Siaya County, Kenya
Shores of Lake Victoria
💬 WhatsApp Us Now
🏥 Organizing Body
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Host OrganizationUsenge Beach Medical Center
Your Path to Better Health
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Official Bank AccountDiamond Trust Bank, Bondo Branch
Account: 0642078002
Usenge Beach Medical Centre Limited
🤝 Sponsorship Enquiries
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Sponsorship CoordinatorAvailable Mon–Sat, 8am–6pm EAT
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Direct WhatsAppStart Conversation →
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Response TimeWithin 48 hours with full sponsor pack