230 heroes to be honoured on Mashujaa day

The first Kenyan female to win a grand slam juniors, Angela Okutoyi training at The Nairobi Club on May 3, 2022. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

The National Heroes Council has invited 230 heroes to this year's celebration to appreciate and recognise their efforts in telling the national story.

"The council is happy to celebrate young heroes including Angela Okutoyi, Sylvia Cheptunot, Mary Moraa and others, who have put our country in the spotlight through their achievements," said Dr Adan Wachu, the chair of National Heroes Council.