This archive report was first published on 15 October 2019.
Kenya's Ministry of Health Embarrassed by Eliud Kipchoge Name Blunder ¶
On October 12, 2019, Eliud Kipchoge made history by becoming the first person to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon. The achievement was met with widespread acclaim, including a congratulatory message from former U.S. President Barack Obama.
However, the Ministry of Health in Kenya joined in the celebrations, but unfortunately, they got Eliud Kipchoge's name wrong. The tweet, which has yet to be corrected, has sparked outrage from fans and citizens, with many taking to social media to express their disappointment.
Kenyan Twitter users, known for their wit and sarcasm, have been quick to point out the mistake. 'How was this tweet not deleted a few seconds/minutes after posting in order to spell the man's name right?' Dr. Chao Mbogho, head of the Computer Science Department at Kenya Methodist University, asked.
Others have been more blunt, with one user saying, 'Ata hamjui spelling ya jina Eliud??' (Do you even know how to spell Eliud's name?).
The Ministry of Health's mistake has been met with widespread criticism, with many calling for the tweet to be deleted and for the Ministry to take responsibility for the error.
As one user pointed out, 'You can't afford to misspell a legend's name.' The incident has sparked a heated debate about the importance of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in high-profile situations.
At the time of writing, the tweet remains up, with the Ministry of Health yet to correct the mistake.
