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Precision on the Tarmac: KATA Time Trial Returns for Its 54th Chapter in Thika
The steady rhythm of footsteps will once again echo along the familiar tarmac roads of Thika on Wednesday morning, March 11, 2026, as the 54th edition of the KATA Time Trial takes center stage. Held just outside not far from the grounds of Kenyan Athletics Training Academy – Thika, the session may unfold without the noise and spectacle of major races, but within the running community it carries a quiet importance. For the athletes who gather there, the time trial is less about applause and more about discipline, precision, and honest evaluation.
Weldon Langat Shines Again at Sachangwan KATA Running Camp Time Trial
The third edition of the KATA Sachangwan Running Camp K 07 Time Trial on the scenic yet demanding Salgaa–Rongai route was held under bright, sunny skies with temperatures at 64°F (18°C), 67% humidity, light winds of 2 mph, and a moderate UV index of 4.5. Despite the tough weather and rolling terrain, athletes displayed tremendous resilience and speed, once again proving why the KATA Time Trials are a breeding ground for Kenyan endurance talent.
Running on Purpose — How KATA Is Cultivating Champions on the Track and in the Fields
In the heart of Kenya’s highlands, where rolling hills meet red soil and cool morning mists whisper of determination, the Kenyan Athletics Training Academy (KATA) is redefining what it means to build champions. Known worldwide for nurturing distance-running talent and sprints, KATA has gone beyond the track — merging the spirit of sport with the resilience of agriculture. Through its expanding network of running camps and its innovative KATA Potato Farms across Kenya, KATA is creating not just faster athletes, but stronger communities and a sustainable model for future generations.
Gladys Muthoni Ngure Named Female Sprinter of the Year
KATA Sprinters Kiambu Camp 16’s own Gladys Muthoni Ngure has been named Female Sprinter of the Year, a well-deserved recognition of her dedication, consistency, and outstanding performances on the track.
Lucy Muritu: The Mother, Farmer, Coach, and Athlete Nurturing Nyandarua’s Next Generation
In the cool highlands of Nyandarua County, about 180 kilometers northwest of Nairobi, Lucy Muritu has built a life that seamlessly blends her passions for running, farming, and mentoring. Once based at the KATA Training Center in Thika, the seasoned road-running athlete has transformed her personal athletic journey into one of leadership, hard work, and community empowerment.