Nigerian woman Habibat Salawudeen Ihiovi-Jack has completed a 144-hour Bible reading marathon, aiming to set a new Guinness World Record. The event, which began on June 22, 2026, showcased her endurance and dedication to Scripture, as she read passages continuously for six days.

World champion Lilian Odira won the women's 800m at the Eugene Diamond League, finishing with a season's best time of 1:56.19 and defeating competitor Keely Hodgkinson. The details regarding the prize money Odira will receive for her victory have not been disclosed.

A 65-year-old woman gained widespread attention after sharing her story of losing all four of her children and starting a snack-selling business to support herself. Following the release of her viral video, she has received significant assistance from the public.

Nairobi actress Alice Mbeyu, 60, has announced that she is single and ready to find love again after healing from past heartbreak. According to Tuko, Mbeyu shared that she has moved on from previous painful relationships and now feels open to a new partner. She also revealed the qualities she is looking for in an ideal man, expressing hope that she will settle down once she finds the right person.

A 43-year-old banker from Kisumu has enrolled at the Kenya Medical Training College to pursue his dream of becoming a nurse. Wycliffe Owino Muok shared his journey of leaving banking to enter the healthcare field, overcoming challenges along the way. According to Tuko, he went on to launch Sannah Home Care Services in Kisumu, describing himself as a healthcare advocate. His story highlights a mid-life career change driven by a passion for nursing and community care.

Over 2,000 runners took part in a warm-up race at Parklands Sports Club on Sunday ahead of the 23rd edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, according to KBC. Victor Kiplagat and Millicent Kemunto won the 21km men's and women's races respectively. Speaking afterwards, Kiplagat said the victory had boosted his confidence ahead of the upcoming marathon.