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It has not always been rosy for Malkia Strikers star Wanja

Janet Wanja training at Kasarani in 2018. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

For many years Janet Wanja has been the face of Kenyan volleyball.

Her striking beauty crowned with a signature hairstyle has seen volleyball enthusiasts more so men throng Kasarani Indoor Arena as early as 1pm for a 6pm match in a quest to find a strategic sitting place for a clear view of every move she makes.

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