Kenya: Obiri Opens Cross Country Season With Victory in Machakos

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Kenya: Obiri Opens Cross Country Season With Victory in Machakos

[Nation] World cross country champion Hellen Obiri launched her season in style, winning senior women's 10km race during the opening leg of Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series at the People's Park, Machakos.

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Kenya: House to Vet Auditor-General Nominee Today

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