Kenya has once again stamped its authority on the global athletics stage, finishing 12th overall at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with an impressive tally of 12 medals.
Team Kenya’s haul included 3 gold, 4 silver, and 5 bronze medals, underlining the country’s continued dominance in track and field while also making strides in other disciplines.
Which Kenyan athletes won gold at 2026 Commonwealth Games?
Kenya’s gold medals came from its traditional strength: distance running.
Edmund Serem stormed to victory in the men’s 3,000m steeplechase, while Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang claimed top honours in the men’s 5,000m. On the women’s side, Faith Cherotich delivered a brilliant performance to win gold in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase.
Kenya’s silver medallists were Stephen Ndangiri Kihu in the 10,000m walk, Simon Kiprop Koech in the 3,000m steeplechase, Diana Wanza in the 10,000m, and Lilian Odira in the 800m.
The bronze medals were spread across both track and field. They went to Leonard Kipkemoi Bett in the 3,000m steeplechase, Wyclife Kinyamal in the 800m, Timothy Cheruiyot in the One Mile, Irene Jepkemboi in javelin, and Joshua Amunga Mboya in the 60kg weightlifting category.
In a statement celebrating the team, President William Ruto praised the athletes for “flying the Kenyan flag high” and demonstrating excellence on the global stage.
The President also thanked the team for their outstanding achievements and dedication in Glasgow.
Kenya’s 12th-place finish continues a long tradition of Commonwealth success built on middle and long-distance running, while the bronze in weightlifting and javelin also points to growing diversity in the country’s medal-winning sports.
The 2026 Games in Glasgow marked another proud chapter for Team Kenya as the nation looks ahead to future international competitions.
