Ferdinand Omanyala
Awards & Honours
4
Awards Won
2
Honours
1
Rankings
3
Records
Omanyala's achievements are remarkable for a sprinter from a country not traditionally known for short-distance running. He broke the African 100m record and has consistently medaled at major championships. His success has inspired a new generation of Kenyan sprinters and brought global attention to sprinting in Africa.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Moran of the Order of the Golden Heart (M.G.H.)
Awarded for his contributions to athletics.
Officer of the Order of the Golden Heart (O.G.H.)
Recognized for his Commonwealth Games victory.
Rankings & Lists
World Athletics Rankings - 100m
Records & Feats
African record holder in the 100m
Ran 9.77 seconds in Nairobi on September 18, 2021.
First Kenyan to medal in the 100m at the World Championships
Won silver in Budapest in 2023.
First Kenyan to medal in the 100m at the Olympics
Won bronze in Paris in 2024.