The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
Kipyegon Bett wins 800m during the Africa Youth Championship national trials at Nyayo Stadium on April 1, 2015.PHOTO/DENNIS OKEYO
It was business as usual for Kenyan athletes as the ninth IAAF World Youth Championships got underway yesterday at the Pascqual Querrero Stadium in Cali, Colombia.
Kumari Taki led from gun to tape in a time of 3:48.45 to win in the second 1500m heat, while his counterpart Lawi Kosgei (3:53.87) was second behind Ethiopian Mulugeta Assefa (3:52.97) in the first qualifying race.
Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.