National Security Advisor to the President Monica Juma has congratulated the champions of the Olympics 2024 which were held in Paris.
In an X statement on Wednesday, Juma acknowledged the honour they have bestowed on the country and fellow sportspersons in the world.
"Great example of professionalism and love for the country as you flew Kenya’s flag high and as our national anthem rang a whole 11 times!!! Kudos, kudos!!!" she said.
The athletes landed in the country on Tuesday evening, where they were received by Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
Kenya wrapped up the Paris 2024 Olympics with 11 medals—four gold, two silver and five bronze—finishing 17th overall and as Africa's top nation.
The country had fielded 72 competitors in six sports (volleyball, rugby, swimming, fencing, judo and athletics).
Earlier, Murkomen appreciated the fete achieved by the Olympic champions.
"We also extend our deepest appreciation to all our athletes who competed valiantly, regardless of the outcome. Each one of them is a true hero," Murkomen said.
In the 2024 Olympics, the champions included team captain Faith Kipyegon, double gold medalist Beatrice Chebet and 800m runner Koitatoi Kidali.
Others were 800m gold medalist Emmanuel Wanyonyi, marathon bronze medalist Benson Kipruto, and 5000m silver medalist Ronald Kwemoi.
The gallant athletes who wrapped up third in their respective disciplines will earn one million shillings each.
They include Mary Moraa (800m), Faith Cherotich (3000m steeplechase), Abraham (3000m steeplechase), Hellen Obiri (marathon) and Benson Kipruto (marathon).
Some gallant athletes wrapped up third in their respective disciplines.
They include Mary Moraa (800m), Faith Cherotich (3000m steeplechase), Abraham (3000m steeplechase), Hellen Obiri (marathon) and Benson Kipruto (marathon).
