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Kenya grabs three medals at maiden Africa Championship

Yvonne Ojijo (left) and Christine Shambi carry the flag after finishing first and second positions at the Africa Duathlon Championship in Namibia. [Courtesy, Standard]

Kenya made her entry at the continental Duathlon stage in style after winning three medals in her maiden appearance at the 2021 Africa Duathlon Championship staged over the weekend in Namibia.

Though the sport is still relatively new in the country, 27-year-old Yvonne Ojijo led compatriot Christine Shambi to a one-two finish in the women’s 25-29 Female age group- Sprint.

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