Three Days. One Connected Experience.
TechRun 2026 moves from competition and community to ideas, innovation, investment, talent and enterprise — creating practical pathways beyond participation.
Event Program
From 29 November to 1 December 2026, TechRun brings together sport, technology, artificial intelligence, innovation, enterprise, research, investment and talent through three connected days in Eldoret.
Running the Future
Competition, community, technology, enterprise and talent come together through the TechRun race and Race Village experience.
Elite, Fun & Recreational Runs
Competitive and recreational running experiences bringing elite athletes, community runners, young people and partners together through sport.
Executive Innovation Run
An executive participation experience connecting leadership, collaboration, innovation and the wider TechRun community.
Technology, Innovation & Enterprise Showcases
Technology demonstrations, enterprise showcases, talent engagement and partner activations connect the race experience with practical innovation and opportunity.
Sports Science, Athlete Wellbeing & Future of Sport
Engagement around sports science, athlete wellbeing, technology in sport, safeguarding, digital safety and pathways that strengthen athletes on and beyond the track.
Community Impact, Sustainability & Recognition
Community engagement, sustainability and Sports for Nature activities alongside recognition of achievement, participation and contribution across the TechRun ecosystem.
Beyond the Finish Line
The TechRun Summit connects the Future of Work, AI, competitive talent, innovation, enterprise, research, sport, investment and strategic partnerships.
Future of Work & Artificial Intelligence
Conversations on AI, future-ready skills, responsible adoption, digital transformation and the capabilities required for a competitive workforce.
Building a Competitive Digital Workforce
Employers, educators, technology leaders and partners explore practical pathways from skills development to employment, digital work and enterprise opportunity.
Innovation, Startups & Enterprise
Startup, SME and innovation conversations focused on practical solutions, business growth, market opportunity and stronger innovation ecosystems.
Research, Technology & Industry Collaboration
Universities, TVETs, researchers and industry connect around applied research, technology development and stronger links between knowledge, innovation and market needs.
Sport Technology, Science & Athlete Opportunity
Technology, science and innovation in sport, including athlete development, wellbeing and opportunities that connect sporting excellence with wider careers and enterprise.
Investors Forum & Deal Room
Structured engagement connecting businesses, startups, innovators and investment partners around growth, collaboration and investment opportunities.
Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Collaboration
Government, industry, academia, investors, development partners and communities identify areas for collaboration beyond the event.
Talent, Enterprise and Impact
The final day turns connections into pathways through talent, enterprise, mentorship, recognition and concrete next steps.
Talent & Opportunity Marketplace
Talent connects with employers, technology companies, partners and opportunity pathways across jobs, digital work, projects, mentorship and enterprise.
Tech & AI Academy Graduation & Project Showcases
Recognition of learners alongside technology and AI project presentations demonstrating practical skills, applied learning and emerging talent.
Young Talent & Innovator Showcases
Young professionals, innovators and emerging talent present projects, solutions and ideas to employers, partners, industry and the wider TechRun community.
SME LOOP, NikoBiz & Market Access
Enterprise engagement focused on SMEs, entrepreneurs, business visibility, market access, networks and practical pathways for growth.
Future Champions Forum & Athlete Career Pathways
Mentorship and career conversations supporting young people and athletes to explore education, technology, enterprise, professional and post-sport opportunities.
Recognition, Partnerships & Next Steps
Recognition of participation and contribution, followed by partnership follow-up and concrete next steps that carry TechRun connections and opportunities beyond the event.
Detailed session times and the downloadable TechRun 2026 programme will be published as the final agenda is confirmed.