Who We Are
Nurturing Kenya's Next Generation of Champions
Mt. Kenya Talents Development Centre (MKTDC) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to identifying and developing athletic talent from grassroots communities across Kenya. Founded in 1998 by Olympic gold medalist John Ngugi, our mission is to provide world-class training, mentorship, and opportunity to young athletes who dream of competing on the global stage.
By the Numbers
A Legacy of Excellence
Our Partners
Supported By
Our Athletes
Featured Champions
Meet some of the extraordinary athletes who have trained at MKTDC and gone on to represent Kenya on the world stage.
Case Study
Samuel Wanjiru
From the highlands of Kenya to Olympic glory. Samuel Wanjiru, who trained at MKTDC in his formative years, became the first Kenyan to win an Olympic marathon gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, shattering the Olympic record in the process.
Read the Full StoryBeijing 2008 Olympic Marathon
Experience Kenya
Train with Champions
Join our world-renowned training programme in the Kenyan highlands. Train alongside elite athletes, experience altitude training at over 2,000 metres, and learn from coaches who have produced Olympic and World Championship medallists.
Get Involved
The Benefits of Volunteering with MKTDC
Gain confidence
Make a difference
Meet and stay with World top Kenya Elite Athletes
Experience all aspects of Kenyan running, lifestyle and culture
Learn the secrets of Kenyan running
Get free Team Kenya clothes and sponsored running clothes
Be part of a community
Learn new skills
Take on a challenge
Have fun and make friends
Free safari visits
Get a unique training holiday for runners of all levels
Get in Touch
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a coach, a sponsor, or simply want to learn more about our work, we'd love to hear from you.
Location: Nyeri, Central Kenya
Email: info@mktdc.org
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Help Us Develop Champions
Your donation helps provide coaching, accommodation, nutrition, and educational opportunities to talented young athletes from underprivileged backgrounds in Kenya. Every contribution makes a difference.