Nyahururu, Laikipia
1. Erick Wainaina (1973)
Kenyan Athlete
Marathon runner who won a bronze medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics and silver at the 2000 Olympics; also won the Tokyo Marathon in 1995 and 2002.
2. Martin Mathathi (1985)
Kenyan Long-distance Runner
Martin Irungu Mathathi is a Kenyan long-distance runner who competes in track cross country and road running events. Mathathi won the bronze medal in the 10000 metres at the 2007...
3. Naomi Mugo (1977)
Athletics (sport) Competitor
Naomi Mugo is a Kenyan middle distance runner who specializes in the 1500 metres and cross-country running. She was the 1999 winner of the Cross Internacional de Soria competition.
4. Samuel Wanjiru (1986)
Kenyan Long-distance Runner
Samuel Kamau Wanjiru was a Kenyan athlete who specialised in long distance running. He became a professional at a young age and broke the world record in the half marathon...
5. Julius Kariuki (1961)
Athletics (sport) Competitor
Julius Kariuki was the winner of the 3000 m steeplechase at the 1988 Summer Olympics. Born in Nyahururu Kenya Kariuki's athletic career started slowly. He made his international debut at...
6. John Ngugi (1962)
Athletics (sport) Competitor
John Ngugi Kamau is a former Kenyan athlete often called one of the greatest cross country runners of all time and winner of the 5000 metres at the 1988 Summer...