Olympic legend Daniel Rudisha Matasi was laid to rest in a quiet burial in his home at Oltanki village in Transmara West, Narok county, on Monday. Those who spoke included Olympic champion Ezekiel Kemboi, former Commonwealth Games and Africa champion Richard Mateelong, Benjamin Limo, Billy Konchella, Tecla Sang, Moses Tanui and Kipchoge Keino. While eulogizing his late father, Rudisha said the family gained much wisdom and strength from him that will last a life time. Athletics legend Kipchoge Keino described Rudisha as a hero and a person whose example should emulated in sports. Some of the projects include: Kipchoge Keino Stadium, Kipchoge Keino Primary School with 487 pupils as well as Kepchoge Keino Secondary School with about 300 students.

Source: The Star March 18, 2019 15:42 UTC