Africa's fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala to participate in monumental World AIDS day half-marathon

Ferdinand Omanyala

Africa's fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala to participate in monumental World AIDS day half-marathon

Stephen Awino 08:41 - 24.11.2024

The World AIDS Day Half Marathon is poised start on December 1st at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, and Omanyala has confirmed his participation.

Commonwealth Games champion and Africa's fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has thrown his weight behind the fight against HIV/AIDS ahead of the World AIDS Day Half Marathon, set to take place on December 1 at Nyayo Stadium.

The event, launched by Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Deborah Barasa, aims to raise awareness and reinforce the global goal of ending AIDS by 2030.

Omanyala took to Instagram to rally support for the cause, urging fans to show up in numbers.

“We need to talk about the fight. We actually need to race against time to curb HIV/AIDS by 2030," said Omanyala in post.

I will be participating in the World AIDS Day Half Marathon on December 1st, to run for a cause that impacts us all. Let’s come together to raise awareness, break the stigma, and play our part in the fight against HIV/AIDS,” he further wrote.

Omanyala took to Instagram to rally support for the cause, urging fans to show up in numbers. “We need to talk about the fight. We actually need to race against time to curb HIV/AIDS by 2030. I will be participating in the World AIDS Day Half Marathon on December 1st, to run for a cause that impacts us all. Let’s come together to raise awareness, break the stigma, and play our part in the fight against HIV/AIDS,” he wrote. Known for his blistering speed on the track, Omanyala’s involvement in the marathon is set to draw significant attention to the event and its mission. As a prominent advocate in the fight against HIV/AIDS, his participation highlights his commitment to using his platform to address societal challenges and inspire change. The World AIDS Day Half Marathon not only aims to raise awareness but also to break the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS. Dr. Barasa emphasized the importance of such initiatives in fostering community dialogue and action. She lauded Omanyala’s involvement, noting that his presence would amplify the message and attract greater public participation. With Omanyala leading the charge, the half marathon promises to be a powerful event, uniting athletes, health advocates, and the community in a shared cause. His influence is expected to encourage many to join the fight and contribute to the vision of an AIDS-free generation. This year’s World AIDS Day theme emphasizes collective action, and Omanyala’s participation is a testament to the role that sports figures can play in championing social causes. As the countdown to December 1 begins, all eyes will be on Nyayo Stadium, where Africa’s fastest man will take strides toward a brighter, healthier future for all.

Known for his blistering speed on the track, Omanyala’s involvement in the marathon is set to draw significant attention to the event and its mission.

As a prominent advocate in the fight against HIV/AIDS, his participation highlights his commitment to using his platform to address societal challenges and inspire change.

The World AIDS Day Half Marathon not only aims to raise awareness but also to break the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS.

With Omanyala leading the charge, the half marathon promises to be a powerful event, uniting athletes, health advocates, and the community in a shared cause.

His influence is expected to encourage many to join the fight and contribute to the vision of an AIDS-free generation.