The Story of Henry Rono - Mkurugenzi Diastories 3 Ep 3

This video dives into the incredible life and career of Henry Rono, a Kenyan distance runner who dominated the track in the 1970s and 80s. We'll explore his remarkable rise from humble beginnings to international stardom, shattering world records in races ranging from the 1,500 meters to the marathon.
Was Henry Rono the greatest distance runner of all time?
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This story reasonates with that of my aunt ..her name is Everline Kemunto Kimwei. She was a Kenyan long-distance runner. Her greatest achievement was a team gold medal at the 2007 IAAF World Road Running Championships, where she was sixth. She was a joint-holder of the African record for the ekiden marathon relay, courtesy of her winning run for Kenya at the 2006 Chiba Ekiden. She did so many other races.But right now she is in the Village..things ain't going so well for her. She was our hero but the 'Drink' messed her marathon life. I wish something could have been done to help her..we were too young to know what her issue was back then. I would really wish to see her back on her feet ..she is super talented. Tulienda ushago Mimi humwona akipiga tizi..and I always feel happy... I am proud to say I met Catherine Ndereba for the first time courtesy of her. ❤❤ Much love auntie

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Met Henry Rono in 97, in WSU, when he was inducted into Hall of Fame. I went with my agent Yaako Tuominen, a Finn. We had to pick him up from the airport the before. Henry Rono, who was my hero as a legend runner, was drunk and barely could walk !!! We drove him to the hotel and he passed out. When we woke him the next day for the big day of induction. I sat with him at the platform for his acceptance speech. Henry Rono had such a hangover that he was sweating profusely. He was embarrassed he asked me to speak on his behalf. Rono stood up and barely spoke. And just sat down. I hugged him and he missed to see the tears in my eyes. I was sad for him!!! Pombe ? The killer of our Kenyans and Kenyan runners. Many many stories. Asante

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Depression and loneliness is what leads to alcoholism especially in a foreign land. He ought to have been taken to a rehab before his alcoholism escalated.

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I know Maureen Rono- the daughter. I have known her since 2013 to 2023. She stayed in South C Mugoya. She was hit by a car before I knew her and suffered brain damage so she isn't 100% but can hold conversations well. Word was her dad was a famous runner but I never knew it was Henry Rono. May he rest in peace

[@irenemaina7205]

What, hope you get this comment...Maureen and Calvin Rono were my neighbours back in South C. Infact Calvin was my Classmate in Kongoni Pry school. We parted ways after class 8... Their mum was a great family friend and a friend to my mummy.

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May Henry Rono's soul Rest in Peace, he had a very bright future.

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@@agneswanjiku6544 she had cancer... It was so unfortunate

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Such a sad story that Henry Rono did not have a manager and a support system even back home to look out for him and even though he put his life together and cme back home the goverment STILL LET HIM DOWN SHAME!!!!

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Am glad the ending wasn't that bad. Atleast he managed to salvage himself from the addiction and got to do something kidogo for himself. he had a great support system but unfortunately alcohol addiction took a toll on him.. pombe ni mbaya. Rest perfectly legend. Sad

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Hi Abel , This is a good job well narrated, detailed, your memory is on point . Many stories you've done and I can say you are an inspiration to many of us. Happy to have you on this platform. Stay blessed and keep going.🎉🎉❤

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TRUE HERO despite the languish of addictions

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Kuhusu hio story ya neural-sergion Munyao, something is not adding up, How can he lack any document to proof he was working in a hospital for 25 years???we have payslips,bank accounts details, kra details,Nhif,Nssf etc!!!! Munyao ni mkora!!!

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What a story of Rono......may his soul rest in eternal peace.

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This was a history lesson. I had never even heard of Henry Rono. May he #RIP.

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Beirut tupo

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His family were great family friends. We lived together at South C. His son Calvin Rono was my classmate in Primary school. (Kongoni Pry School) We parted ways after class 8 in 1998. Their mummy was such a sweet lady. Maureen, though not 100% but she was a kind soul... I miss that family ....

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May he continue resting in peace

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Depression is real, Passion killed him from inside so unfortunate

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Please tell us how his wife and kids faired on through his journey.... This is one man's journey. What of those who he scarred in his journey to greatness?

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Stories break my heart. Anyway, it's good to know he got out of it. However, something really should be done about financial literacy, mental health and addiction for athletes.

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Nko

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