Kiswaa defends UltraMARAthon title

Julius Mwangi came second with a time of 3 hours, 12 minutes and four seconds as Linus Hultegard settled for third position with 3 hours, 26 minutes and 33 seconds respectively.

Speaking to Citizen Digital Kiswaa said resilience and determination is what fueled his success.

“I want to thank God for the win and I can say it was a result of hard work and proper preparation. The weather today was not that contusive due to showers in the morning but I pushed myself to complete the race in number one. My focus now shifts to a South Arica Race which is being planned by my manager and I hope I will do better”

In 12.5 km relays category Mara Elephant Project (MEP) emerged victorious after cocking 3 hours, five minutes and 43 seconds followed by Loisaba with three hours, 12 minutes and 37 seconds as Mountain Bongo Project (MBP) finished third with a time of three hours, 16 minutes, and 21 seconds.

Total number of three hundred and thirty-three teams took part in the UltraMARAthon with teams participating including Mara elephant project (MEP), Mountain Bongo Project (MBP), Lewa Conservancy Loisaba, Mugie and Mara North Conservancy.

Wilson Sairowua, Special Project manager Mara Elephant Project (MEP) on his side

“This is our seventh edition for this UltraMARAthon in Masai Mara and it has been a success. It has not just been a marathon because the money raised in this event will benefit the community living around the Mara Elephant Project as well as to help the Rangers mitigate on their day-to-day issues so I want to thank all the participants for making this happen.”

More than just a race, the UltraMARAthon which is being held annually is a charity-driven initiative aimed at raising funds to support wildlife rangers and bolster community health efforts in the greater Mara ecosystem.