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World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge feted with the highest civilian state commendation

President Uhuru Kenyatta congratulates Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge during Mashujaa Day Celebrations at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa County on Sunday 20th October 2019. Photo/Kelvin Karani

World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge was on Sunday awarded with the highest civilian state commendation by President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Kipchoge who arrived in Mombasa on Friday was hailed by Uhuru, Deputy President William Ruto and Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a hero.

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