Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui

Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui (c. 1984 – 23 May 2024) was a Kenyan mountaineer and banker.[1] He was the second Kenyan to attempt summiting Mount Everest[2] after James Kagambi who became the first Kenyan to reach Everest's peak at the age of 62 in 2022.[3] Kirui climbed Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world, in September 2023 in his preparation for climbing Mount Everest in May 2024.[1] Kirui died on 23 May 2024 during his attempt to climb summit of Mount Everest with the hope of becoming the first African to climb Mount Everest without extra oxygen.[1] He died a few meters below the peak of Mount Everest.[4]

Professional life

Kirui was a banker with one of Kenya's biggest lenders, Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB).[1][5] KCB recognised Kirui as Kenyan hero and KCB's ambassador.[2] Kirui served as the Senior Relationship Manager Schemes under Mortgage Division at KCB.[2]

Personal life

Kirui was born to Wilson Kenduiywo and Ruth Kenduiywo[6] originally from Chepterit, Nandi County.[7] He started climbing at a young age[8] and his passion for climbing mountains led to him authoring a book titled An Ultramarathon Story of the Tor des Geants.[9] Kirui's mother mentioned that as a toddler, Kirui would be quick to climb the tallest trees in the compound and his lack of fear for heights gave the mother chills always.[7]

See also

References
  1. Aradi, Gloria (23 May 2024). "Cheruiyot Kirui: Kenyan climber found dead after disappearing on Everest". BBC News. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  2. Simiyu, Mercy (24 May 2024). "A true Kenyan hero: KCB pays tribute to employee Cheruiyot Kirui". Nation. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  3. Ogao, Emma (23 May 2024). "Kenyan mountaineer dies on Everest as he attempts to summit without supplemental oxygen". ABC News. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  4. "Kenyan climber dies on Everest, guide missing as seasonal fatalities rise". South China Morning Post. Agence France-Presse. 23 May 2024. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  5. Wanjala, Emmanuel (23 May 2024). "KCB mourns Joshua Kirui after tragic Mt Everest expedition". The Star. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  6. Rotich, Bernard (25 May 2024). "Cheruiyot Kirui's mother: 'Whenever I would dream he was in danger, I knew he was climbing a mountain'". Nation. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  7. Muia, Joseph (25 May 2024). "Cheruiyot Kirui's parents open up on last conversation with him before Mt. Everest expedition". Citizen Digital. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  8. Kudaka, Gabriel (25 May 2024). "Cheruiyot Kirui's mother: I held my breath hoping he would come back to us after summiting Everest". NTV Kenya. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  9. Mwangi, Nick (31 August 2020). "Travelling the World Through Running: Meet Author Of 'An Ultramarathon: Story of the Tor Des Geants'". Nairobi Wire. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
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