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Eliud Kipchoge to be honoured with Honorary Degree for his work

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Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge (white jersey) celebrates after crossing the finish line at the end of his attempt to bust the mythical two-hour barrier for the marathon on October 12, 2019, in Vienna [Courtesy]

World marathon record-holder Eliud Kipchoge will be awarded a Doctorate Degree in Science by Laikipia University as the institution holds its seventh graduation ceremony on Friday, December 6.

The University on Wednesday published an advert on The Standard newspaper (Page 4), confirming Kipchoge will receive his award, Honoris Causa, at the Main Campus’ Graduation Square. 

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