Camp Operator: Job Langat

On August 13, 2025, KATA Running Camp 14 in Gacharage hosted a highly competitive time trial, bringing together elite and developing athletes under the guidance of Job Langat. The event took place at an altitude of 2,700 meters above sea level, in cool, slightly rainy conditions—perfect for distance running.

Athletes tested themselves over 10K and 5K distances, using the race as a benchmark ahead of the upcoming September event in Thika. The course featured a combination of dirt roads and gentle rolling terrain, ideal for sharpening speed and endurance.

10K Results – Men

1. Denis Kipngetich – 29:10.21 – Bib 013

2. Shadrack Kipchumba – 30:46.27 – Bib 045

3. Elkhana Kiprono – 30:55.38 – Bib 003

4. Titus Kipchumba – 31:07.28 – Bib 010

5. Michael Ruto – 32:45.97 – Bib 002

6. Emmanuel Kibet – 33:11.12 – Bib 008

7. Dickson Kipngetich Simbolei – 33:35.86 – Bib 001

8. Wilson Bii (Paralympic) – 33:55.01 – Bib 009

9. Job Kiprono Langat (Guide) – 33:55.07 – Bib 017

10K Results – Women

1. Joan Chepkurui Kirui – 33:01.47 – Bib 005

2. Naomi Chelangat – 34:57.06 – Bib 011

3. Janet Jepkogei – 37:10.46 – Bib 004

5K Results – Men

1. Denis Kipngetich – 13:51.12

2. Shadrack Kipchumba – 14:39.37

3. Titus Kipchumba – 14:46.37

4. Michael Ruto – 15:25.36

5. Wilson Bii / Job K. Langat (Paralympic) – 15:43.18

6. Elkana Kiprono – 15:48.57

7. Dickson Simbolei – 16:00.23

5K Results – Women

1. Janet Jepkogei – 18:19.85

Conditions: Rainy season with light showers at 18°C, creating favorable racing conditions.

KATA Running Camps & KATA Potato Farms continue to demonstrate how athletic development and community sustainability can work hand in hand, building a strong future for Kenyan distance running.