Athletics Kenya Mourns Former Long-Distance Runner David Chelule

Athletics Kenya has mourned former Kenyan long-distance runner David Chelule, who died on November 6 aged 49.

Athletics Kenya has mourned former Kenyan long-distance runner David Chelule, who died on November 6 aged 49.

In a statement on Monday, November 9, the athletics governing body expressed sadness following Chelule’s death, paying tribute to his contribution to Kenyan athletics.

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“Athletics Kenya is deeply saddened by the passing of Kenyan long-distance runner David Chelule, who died on 6 November 2026, aged 49,” the statement read.

Born on July 7, 1977, Chelule made his mark in international athletics during the late 1990s, recording impressive personal bests in middle- and long-distance track events.

He also represented Kenya at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, where he finished fifth in the men’s 5,000m, cementing his place among the country’s accomplished distance runners.

Athletics Kenya further recognised Chelule’s achievements and the role he played in the country’s sporting history, noting that his legacy would continue to be remembered by those who worked alongside him.

“His dedication, talent and commitment to athletics earned him a place in Kenya’s rich sporting history. His contribution to the sport will be remembered by fellow athletes, coaches and the wider athletics fraternity,” the statement added.

The governing body also conveyed its condolences to Chelule’s family, friends and members of the athletics fraternity following his death.

“His passing is a great loss to his family, friends and the entire athletics community. Athletics Kenya extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, former teammates and all those who knew and worked with him during his athletics career,” the statement concluded.

Elsewhere, Vihiga County Woman Representative Beatrice Adagala is mourning the death of her father, Mwalimu Luka Jandi Sabwa.

In an update on Sunday, November 8, Adagala announced the sad news, expressing grief over the loss and asking Kenyans to keep her family in their prayers as they came to terms with his passing.

“My heart is heavy as I share the sad news of the passing of my beloved father, Mwalimu Luka Jandi Sabwa.

“As a family, we ask for your prayers as we come to terms with this painful loss. Rest peacefully Mwalimu. May God grant you eternal rest,” she wrote.

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