Double Word Record holder Faith Kipyegon has been given a Ksh.2 million cash incentive by Safaricom for her outstanding performance.
Kipyegon, who recently set new World Records in 1500m and 5000m races in the Diamond League was celebrated by the telecommunication giant on Monday.
A wall mapping of Kipyegon was also put on display at the 29-floor skyscraper in the central business district.
The ceremony was hosted by Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa, who hailed the athlete for putting Kenya on the world’s map.
“At Safaricom, we are committed to supporting talents in the country. We appreciate and feel proud of what Faith has achieved and for her stellar performance, breaking two world records in one week. I believe this will help motivate many more talents in the country,” said Ndegwa.
He lauded Kipygeon as a role model to young women, adding: “We will continue to be involved in sports because we know sports is a source of inspiration and a passion for many Kenyans.”
On her part, Kipyegon thanked Safaricom and urged young athletes and young mothers to follow their hearts, do what inspires them and focus and believe.
Kipyegon ran the 1500M race at a time of 3:49.11 and the 5000M race at 14:05.20.