Kenya’s athletics stars received a grand State welcome on Wednesday morning after their dazzling performance at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. The team brought home 11 medals — seven gold, two silver, and two bronze — marking one of the nation’s best performances at a World Championships. Leading the celebrations, President Ruto commended the athletes for their discipline, commitment, and national pride. President Ruto called the athletes’ success “a unifying moment” for the country, applauding their determination to lift the national flag high on the world stage. President Ruto used the occasion to highlight the need for greater investment in sports infrastructure and youth talent across the country.