Margaret Kenyatta receives financial support from 20 Organizations ahead of Beyond Zero Half Marathon
First Lady Margaret Kenyatta today received financial support from over 20 organizations towards the Beyond Zero Half Marathon.
They affirmed their continued support for Beyond Zero to make healthcare accessible to mothers, children and vulnerable populations across the country.
The First Lady also received a Shs 50 million insurance cover for the over 25,000 participants expected to take part in the 4th edition of the Beyond Zero Half Marathon.
The First Lady said Beyond Zero interventions have transformed delivery of health services across the country.
The Beyond Zero Half Marathon will start and end at the Nyayo National Stadium, and is divided into several categories including the 21km half marathon, the 10 km road race, the 5km family race, wheelchair and tricycle races and a special 2km “pregna” walk for expectant mothers.
The corporate executives who called on the First Lady today at State House, Nairobi lauded her for the dedication towards the #BeyondZero initiatives. They noted that Beyond Zero has made an impact on many homes and families all over the country since its inception.
Besides the insurance cover for the over 25,000 participants who are expected to take part in the #BeyondZero Half Marathon, doctors from 10 hospitals will be on standby for emergencies that may arise during the Sunday event.
By PSCU