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Chebet and Were star at BingwaFest in Siaya

Athletes participate in the women's 10,000m race during the BingwaFest national finals at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium, Siaya on April 17, 2025. [File, Standard]

Miriam Chebet claimed a commanding double victory in the 5,000m and 10,000m races during the Nyanza Region leg of the 2025/2026 BingwaFest edition held at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium in Siaya on Thursday.

Following her triumph, Chebet took home a total of Sh550,000 in prize money; Sh300,000 for winning the 10,000m and Sh250,000 for winning the 5,000m race. 

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