Well known marathoner collapses and dies
The athletic community is yet again in shock and mourning following the unexpected death of marathoner Hosea Kiplagat.
The renowned Kenyan runner, who was residing and competing for Peru, suddenly fell ill and collapsed on his way home in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet county, on Monday, January 15, while in the company of his 4-year-old son.
Well known marathoner collapses and dies
According to Nation, the 32-year-old arrived in the country in November 2023 for training at Kapsowar in preparation for a race set to take place in April 2024.
His body was taken to the Iten County Referral Hospital Mortuary for examination.
Well known marathoner collapses and dies
In another story students who desire to study abroad can now make their dreams come true by applying for the 2024 Africa Excellence Scholarship and moving to Australia.
The University of Newcastle, Australia, invited applications from 54 African countries, Kenya included.
How to apply for study visa to Australia
Qualified students can apply for undergraduate, master’s and PhD courses for them to live and study in Australia in 2024.
There are 100 slots available, and those selected will receive AU$50,000 five point three million Kenya shillings worth of sponsorship, valued at AUD10,000 equivalent to one point one million Kenya shillings for each year of study under a standard full-time study load of 80 units.
The University of Newcastle, however, made it clear that no separate application is required for the scholarship, as it is automatically awarded to African students accepted into the school based on academic merit.
The first step is to apply to the University of Newcastle, Australia, and receive an offer of admission in a qualifying course of study.
After receiving an offer of admission, the school will decide if you are qualified for the Africa Excellence Scholarship based on your academic merit.
