Samatha Catt
Kenyans online discussed a viral video of former rugby star Ken Isiah Moseti after he was found living on the streets The former Kenya Sevens and Fifteens player reflected on his struggles, including life after retirement and challenges linked to addiction His story sparked mixed reactions online, with many expressing sympathy while others highlighted the harsh realities faced by athletes after their careers end Kenyans online have been involved in a heated conversation after a video of a former rugby player surfaced.
Ken Isaiah Moseti was rescued from the streets. Photos: Shujaa Pride and @sifafavor.
Source: UGC The video in question was that of former Kenya rugby player Ken Isaiah Moseti receiving help after being rescued from the streets by well-wishers.
What happened to rugby star Ken Isaiah Moseti? In a post shared on Monday, June 29, the player who featured for the Kenya rugby team in both 7s and 15s recounted his woes despite having a great career for both club and country.
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“Do you remember Ken Isiah Moseti, once a celebrated star representing Shujaa Kenya 7, Kenya 15, KCB and other top clubs and a Nairobi School alumnus? He once had a beautiful wife, family and kids, but now lives in the streets begging. Anyone who knows him, a former colleague or friend, walk with us as we rebuild Ken’s life.” According to the well-wisher, Sifa Favour, they had rescued the former Shujaa star from the streets and were doing the little they could to help rebuild the man.
Questions have been raised about the change of fortunes for a man who once had it all.
“Sifa has taken me from the streets. What I have seen is the only reminder that there is still someone who can come to your rescue. It doesn’t have to be your mother or father. I have been in the streets for five years now. My neck hurts; today I finally have a pillow. I even know what I will eat for dinner today. I have gotten a haircut too; I’m so grateful,” Moseti said. The former rugby player took the hit during the economic recession of COVID-19, which coincided with his retirement from active sports.
His intention to go into coaching was thwarted by his admitted bad decisions.
He has candidly spoken about his detrimental drug addiction and struggles to adjust to life post-retirement, especially in the face of a pandemic.
Here are comments from fans.
Rickiesofly:
“Live long, brother.” Vallary 250:
“Amazing work.” Leogiminitraveler:
“This is so heartbreaking and so educational at the same time.” Kimingi_jijo:
“Moseti was unplayable on his days. It is so difficult to understand this life.” Kibiwott Kandie’s rise and fall Kibiwott Kandie was banned for seven years. Photo: AK.
Source: Twitter In other news, Kibiwott Kandie, once celebrated for breaking the half-marathon world record, was handed a seven-year ban by the Athletics Integrity Unit following violations linked to a failed doping control process.
The former Valencia Half Marathon champion, who rose from humble beginnings to global success, will now be sidelined until 2032 after admitting to interference during testing procedures.
His suspension added to a growing list of Kenyan distance running doping cases, raising concerns about integrity in the sport.
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