Kelvin Kiptum’s funeral service is currently underway at the ASK Chepkorio grounds in Keiyo South.
President William Ruto arrived at the venue around 10.30am accompanied by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba and other government officials as well as dignitaries in the athletics profession are also present.
Kenyans started streaming into the Chepkorio grounds as early as 7.00am for public viewing of the body.
Kiptum’s interment will take place at his Naiberi farm in Uasin Gishu County.
