Kenya collects 11 medals as African School Games end in Algeria

Kenya recorded 11 medals at the concluded African School Games held in Algiers, Algeria.

The Kenyan contingent won five gold medals, a silver and five bronze medals, a show that Kenya celebrates the hosting milestone, its young athletes also gave the nation reason to be proud at the 1st African School Games, held in Algeria.

Kenya’s performance was marked by resilience and podium finishes across multiple disciplines. The first group of athletes returned to Nairobi last night, with the remaining contingent expected tomorrow.

MEDAL TALLY

Gold Medals (5)

1. David Kabaiko – Boys’ 1500m (Athletics)
2. Lorna Cherono – Girls’ 3000m (Athletics)
3. Clare Chepngetich – Girls’ 2000m (Athletics)
4. Koeach Manases Kiprotich – Boys’ 800m (Athletics)
5. Kelvin Kipgeno – Triple Jump (Athletic)

Silver Medal (1)

1. Lukeman Shaffi Bakari – Boxing

Bronze Medals (5)

1. Clinton Omari – Wrestling (Greco-Roman)
2. Clinton Omari – Wrestling (Freestyle, 45kg)
3. Vivian Adhiambo – Girls’ Wrestling (53kg)
4. Mercy Eragae – Cycling (Time Trial)
5. Mathenge Bramwel – 110m Hurdles (Athletics)