Athletes who recorded exemplary results in past competitions but were overlooked by the government are set to be compensated thanks to a raft of new reforms by the Ministry of Sports.
Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, the Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya, in a statement released on Wednesday,July 9, announced that the government has allocated Ksh70 million to go towards compensating athletes who were never feted for their achievements in the past.
Mvurya, while speaking during a media briefing at Talanta Plaza on Tuesday, described the allocation as a corrective gesture as he emphasised the government's commitment to restore justice and dignity of men and women who represent Kenya in international track competitions. "This is about justice, dignity, and acknowledging the sacrifices and victories of every Kenyan athlete," Mvurya said.
Cabinet Secretary of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy & Sports Salim Mvurya alongside Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet at the Talanza Plaza on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
