According to the source, the late Kiptum’s management company announced that they will donate seven million Kenyan shillings to the bereaved family as a sign of honour to Kiptum. The late world marathon record holder died alongside his rwandese coach in a fatal road accident that occurred along Eldoret -Kiptagat road a few days ago. He is set to be accorded a state burial today and president William Samoei will lead Kenyans to pay their last respects to the late Marathoner.
A few days ago, the management company told the family not to worry about Kiptum’s wealth and they will receive everything belonging to him. President William Samoei Ruto instructed engeneers to build a three-bedroom house for the late athlete in seven days. Pre cast technology was used and the house is ready to be handed over to the family for occupation. Sources also revealed that plans of the government building a separate house for Kelvin Kiptum’s father Samson Cheruiyot is also underway.
Thousands of mourners gathered at Chepkorio grounds to bid farewell to the popular athlete whose live tragically ended in a road crash. Raila Odinga mourned the late Kiptum as an athletic icon whose legacy will live forever. Opera fraternity wishes to send our deep heartfelt condolences to relatives and friends of Kiptum, may his soul rest in eternal peace. Drop a comment below follow like and share this article widely for more updates on local and international news.
Source Malema Tv.