Why is Kenya dominant in long distance running?

Kenyan runners, particularly from the Kalenjin people, have dominated long-distance running since Kipchoge Keino’s win in the 1968 Olympics. Their success is attributed to their body shape and ability to work through pain, possibly due to painful initiation rites in childhood. The sport of long-distance running changed dramatically in 1968 when a Kenyan runner named […]

Winter sports teams in Kenya?

Kenya is training its first ever national ice hockey team, hoping to qualify for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. The team of 16 men are training at Nairobi’s Panari Hotel, the only ice rink in the country, using donated equipment from traditional ice hockey powers. While several tropical nations have competed in the Winter […]

Kenya: what to know?

Kenya is a large country in East Africa, with a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. It has 42 tribes, including the well-known Masai, and offers opportunities for wildlife exploration, beach vacations, and cultural experiences. While there may be safety concerns in some areas, daily flights to Nairobi make it easy to access the […]

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