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Steve Obbayi is the first Kenyan to attempt summiting Mt Everest

Steve prepared for his big climb by taking on various slopes around the country. Kenyans were excited to be part of his journey wherever he went. [PHOTOS/ELVIS OGINA/STANDARD]

By GARDY CHACHA

“If I die, I will have died doing what I love doing.”

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