Former Kenyan boxer Conjestina Achieng has embarked on a new journey of life post-rehab treatment.
Just two days after former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko fulfilled his promise of conferring his Coastal security duties to Conjestina, the boxer stepped out on the streets of Nairobi in style.
Pictures shared by Sonko on his social handles on Thursday showed an all smiles Conjestina dressed in a pristine white suit.
"...Because we transform lives. We don't play politics or PR na life ya any Kenyan," Sonk said.
Her hair was neatly cut, kept sort and she was carrying Sonko’s briefcase at his Upperhill office.
Early this week, Conjestina landed a plum job as the head of security at Sonko’s Salama Bling Beach resort in Kanamai.
Sonko noted that Conjestina's recovery journey should serve as a reminder that everyone should be given a second chance.
"As Conje embarks on this new chapter of her life, she carries with her the hopes and dreams of young upcoming boxers. Her story serves as a reminder that everyone deserves a chance to prove themselves, regardless of their past or present circumstances," he said.
Ten years ago, Conje was on the verge of 'vanishing' as she faced financial and mental health issues since she left boxing in 2011.
Her career came to a sudden end when she started suffering mentally.
In September 2022, the boxing champion was admitted to Mombasa Women Empowerment Network Hospital in Miritini.
She had been admitted to various facilities after her health and mental status deteriorated.
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko had come to the aid of the boxing champion after he visited her while she was at the hospital.
Sonko gifted her with boxing equipment and admitted Conjestina to several rehabilitation centres in Nairobi and Diani Beach.
Eleven months down the line, Conjestina appears to be on the right track to recovery.
Photos shared by Sonko showed the female boxer back in the boxing ring, indicating that her recovery is on the right path.
Sonko noted that Conje's story is one of a fighter's spirit that refuses to be extinguished.
He revealed that despite facing personal challenges and setbacks in life, the female boxer emerged stronger and more determined than before.
“Throughout her rehabilitation journey, Conjestina has shown incredible physical and mental strength. Her unwavering commitment to better herself has inspired many youths that were almost giving up in life,” Sonko added.
Nawacho ni Conjestina okdog Siaya coz we transform lives. We don't play politics or PR na life ya any Kenyan. pic.twitter.com/KElperNFLv
— Mike Sonko (@MikeSonko) June 15, 2023