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Nestled in Kapsabet, the heart of Nandi County, the Eliud Kipchoge Sports Complex stands as a testament to the spirit of perseverance, dedication, and excellence in athletics. Named after the legendary marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge, who made history by becoming the first person to run a marathon in under two hours, this state-of-the-art facility is designed to nurture the next generation of athletes and promote the rich athletic culture of Nandi and beyond.

A Vision Realized

The complex was born out of Governor Stephen Sang’s vision to inspire young athletes. Recognizing the potential of Nandi County as a breeding ground for world-class runners, Governor Sang sought to create a space where aspiring athletes could train, learn, and grow. The complex is not just a training ground; it is a hub of inspiration, where dreams are transformed into reality.

The Sports Complex boasts facilities that cater to the diverse needs of athletes. It features a meticulously maintained running track that meets international standards, providing athletes with the perfect environment to hone their speed and endurance.

It also has an expansive training field for various athletic disciplines, including sprints, and field events.

The complex also has accommodation space with self-contained and comfortable rooms.

Experienced coaches and former athletes provide guidance, mentorship, and training programs to help young talents reach their full potential.

The complex is not only focused on elite athletes but also emphasizes community engagement. Local schools and youth organizations are encouraged to utilize the facilities, fostering a culture of sports and physical fitness among the youth. Regular workshops, training camps, and competitions are organized to promote athleticism and healthy living.

A Legacy of Excellence

Governor Stephen Sang’s legacy extends beyond his remarkable achievements on the infrastructure at the facility. The establishment of this training complex reflects the Governor’s commitment to nurturing local talent and providing athletes with the necessary resources to excel in their respective sports. The complex serves as a hub for training, development, and hosting various sporting events, thereby encouraging more youth to engage in athletics and other sports.

Overall, the Eliud Kipchoge Sports Complex is a testament to the county’s dedication to enhancing sports infrastructure and fostering a culture of athleticism among its residents.

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The County Government of Nandi through the Department of Sports, Youth, Gender and Social Welfare and KCB Foundation today held a consultative meeting in a bid to upscaling the 2jiajiri youth programme in partnership with VTCs and TVETs.

The program is aimed at tackling unemployment among young persons by providing vocational and enterprise development skills necessary to derive employment and wealth creation.

Speaking at the event, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Sports, Youth, Gender and Social Welfare Rose Angira said the county welcomes the KCB Foundation Initiative of training and equipping youths with skills through the 2Jiajiri program.

“Tujiajiri programme is a skill-based development programme that is seeking to catalyse employment and wealth creation,” she said.

2jiajiri is a program that addresses the problem of youth and unemployment by creating jobs for the youth through skill development and vocational scholarships.

Disability does not equate to incapacity. People who live in Emgwen, Chesumei, and the surrounding areas are asked to come forward if they know of someone who needs assistance or if such a person lives in their home.

The assessment and distribution of wheelchairs are ongoing.

The department’s staff will visit Olesos dispensary tomorrow to evaluate children and adults with disabilities who might require wheelchairs.

Disability-aware individuals who might not have received wheelchairs based on assessment are advised to follow up on a designated date once their wheelchairs are delivered.

“As a department, we are committed to ensuring persons living with disabilities feel part and parcel of society” , said Rose Angria CECM for Sports Youth, Culture, Gender and Social Welfare.# Halt the prejudice towards people who are disabled.

All athletes from throughout the county are kindly asked to present themselves for digital registration at the Eliud Kipchoge Modern Training Complex, per the request of the Department of Sports, Youth Culture, Social Welfare, and Gender.

This comes after the goal of Athletics Kenya, which is to collect biodata on all athletes in Nandi County.

This activity aims to promote athletes’ openness when engaging in sports-related discipline.

By recording athlete data, the overall number of athletes, and gender, this exercise aims to digitise the athletics Kenya operation system. With Athletics Kenya, about 4000 athletes and coaches have enlisted.

The County Government of Nandi, through the Department of Sports, Youth, Culture, Gender, and Social Welfare, has today begun the assessment and issuing of wheelchairs at Kaiboi in Mosop.

Sub-county Residents from the Emgwen and Chesumei sub-counties are encouraged to accompany people with disabilities to the Eliud Kipchoge Modern Training Complex on the August 6, while those from the Nandi Hills sub-county will be assessed at Lessos Dispensary. Everyone is welcome.

Elias kipkorir trains 26, resides and trains at a camp in Kapsabet. The camps hosts about 15elite athletes. Their weekly routine is certainly monastic. From Monday to Saturday every week, running is a religion.

“Our life here is simple, very simple; we get up in the morning, go for a run, and come back. If it is a day for cleaning, we do the cleaning, or we just relax. Then go for lunch, massage, the 4 o’clock run, and evening tea, relax, go to sleep”, says Kipkorir.

The training diary is set in a blackboard, two sessions a day, the most of important of which come on Tuesdays (track), Thursdays (long run) and Saturdays (interval training). The second session of the day is the afternoon 10km run. It is known as a recovery run.

Kipkorir says he opted to train in Kapsabet since the air quality is fresh and clean. He says they at all cost avoid congested roadways where combustion pollutants are worst.

Athletes subjected to air pollution may suffer from inflamed airways and diminished pulmonary capacity with resulting respiratory ailments, such as coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Pollution can also impair athletes’ endurance and their ability to focus due to bothersome and distracting respiratory symptoms.

According to World Health Organization Air pollution is contamination of the indoor or outdoor environment by any chemical, physical or biological agent that modifies the natural characteristics of the atmosphere.

Household combustion devices, motor vehicles, industrial facilities and forest fires are common sources of air pollution. Pollutants of major public health concern include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, ozone, nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide. Outdoor and indoor air pollution cause respiratory and other diseases and are important sources of morbidity and mortality.

In a recent collaboration between the County Government of Nandi, United Nations Environmental Programme and Stockholm environment institute that saw the installation of air quality sensors at the Eliud Kipchoge Stadium, will not only enable researchers to collect and analyze more data on the impact of air pollution on sports, but also inform mitigation actions.

According to Elias the partnership could not have come at a better time. He says data from the centers will help put up measures to control air pollution in sporting venues and thus ensuring Kapsabet athletes compete in a clean environment.

In line with Governor Stephen Sang agenda of making Kapsabet a cradle of athletics prowess, he has committed to supporting cleaning environment for our athlete.

Governor Sang, during the unveiling of the air quality sensors at the Eliud kipchoge stadium reiterated his support in ensuring that the environment is well conserved. He said this will be achieved through elaborate afforestation program and partnership with key Stakeholders involved in conservation adding that Climate Change is real and that we should Act Now.

The Cabinet Secretary for sports, youth affairs and arts Ababu Namwamba today launched an air quality sensor at Eliud Kipchoge sports complex in Kapsabet town.

The event dubbed Road to climate Cop 27: Athletics Kenya for air quality and climate action was graced by Governor Stephen Sang, representatives from the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), Stolkholm Environment Institute, Athletics Kenya led by the president Rtd. lieutenant General Jackson Tuwei, double Olympic and world champion in 1500M Faith Kipyegon among other guests.

The Cabinet Secretary for sports, youth affairs and arts Ababu Namwamba said that the government is targeting to plant more trees in order to combat climate change. He also promised to work with the county government of Nandi to improve the sports facilities in the region including Kipchoge Keino stadium.

Speaking during the function, governor Sang thanked the national government and athletics Kenya for unveiling the sensor in Nandi because it will benefit the athletes who train at the facility. He also requested the national government to help in the completion of Kipchoge Keino stadium. Governor Sang promised to put in place measures to combat climate change in the region.

Eliud Kipchoge sports complex in Kapsabet was funded by the county government of Nandi as a residential training facility that will be used by the athletes for training and other services.

On his part, Athletics Kenya president Rtd. Lieutenant General Jackson Tuwei said that the sensor was the 6th to be lunched in Kenya, stating that the other five sensors are in Moi international sports Centre Kasarani, Nyayo national stadium, Kenya Wildlife Services, Nakuru Athletics club, Lobo sports Centre in Eldoret and one in Nandi. He said that Nandi can host an international athletics event in the near future
because of the air quality sensor which is one of the requirements needed to host an international
event.

The sensor will be used to monitor gases which can be harmful to the environment and human health.

Nandi CEC for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech has urged women in Nandi County to form groups to enable them benefit from the various government development projects.

The CEC Member urged women to seek information on county and national government opportunities and also take part in public participation forums such as the budget making process.

Ruth said women should also come together and register companies where they shall be able to apply for tenders.

She said 30 per cent of the tenders are allocated to women, youth and people living with disabilities.

The CEC said both the county and the national government are committed to ensure that marginalized groups such as women, youth and the disabled access opportunities that will enable them realize their full potential.

In her part the CEC nominee for Education, Sports Culture and Youth Affairs Scolastica Tuwei said that social and economic empowerment through various development programmes is paramount for a community’s development.

She said the participation of women in social and economic areas have helped in poverty eradication programmes.

She also called on the youth to form groups in order for them to benefit from the hustler fund from the national government. She further called on the boda boda operators to form or join Saccos.

They were speaking jointly during the opening of Joyful Women Organization (JOYWO) Offices in Kapsabet Town.

The County Government of Nandi is committed to all efforts made for the advancement of women, especially in the economic, social and cultural areas. The County is convinced that the advancement of women is one of the primary points of allowing society to create an atmosphere conducive to development.

The Nandi County Youth Service is established to give effect to Article 55 of the Constitution of Kenya. The function of the service includes; Training the youth to serve the county and recruiting the trained youth to undertake tasks relating to the devolved functions of the county or otherwise in service of the county.

The Department of Sports, Youth Affairs and Arts intends to recruit an additional 100 youths, that is 3 youths per Ward across the county for a period of 3 years. The recruitment is open to the youths of age 18 – 32 years and who are residents of Nandi County.

Interested Applicants Must meet the following requirements:

1. Must be aged between 18 and 32 years
2. Must be Kenyan Citizen with a valid National ID
3. Be a resident of Nandi County and from the wards they reside
4. Must be physically fit
5. Must be available throughout the entire period of the program
6. Must have an Artisan Skill; plumbing, electrical and /or Masonry

All written applications should be submitted to Ward Offices by 21st October, 2021.

Addressed to;

THE Ag. DIRECTOR NCYS

P.O BOX 802, KAPSABET.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR ENQUIRIES CALL 1548