Kerine Chelimo

UgandaUganda
Events
5000 m

Kerine Chelimo is a Uganda long-distance runner. She competes primarily in the 3000m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 9:14.23 in the 3000m and 16:36.34 in the 5000m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Uganda.

Personal best · 5000 m16:36.34
2025 season best16:36.34May 10, 2025 · Mandela National Stadium, Kampala
2025 season best
Last competition1st African School Games, 19 May Athletics Stadium, AnnabaAug 1, 2025 · 9:33.69
1st African School Games, 19 May Athletics Stadium, Annaba

As of Nov 6, 2026: 5000 m 16:36.34, 2025 season best 16:36.34 (May 10, 2025, Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (UGA)) · Last competition: 1st African School Games, 19 May Athletics Stadium, Annaba, Aug 1, 2025, 9:33.69

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
3000mKampala 2025Uganda 3000 m all-time list9:14.231,059 pts–
5000mKampala 2025Uganda 5000 m all-time list16:36.34984 pts–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20253000m 9:14.23–Mar 15, 20252nd National Trials
20255000m 16:36.34–May 10, 20256th National Trials, Mandela National Stadium, Kampala
20235000m 17:16.18–Jul 1, 2023Ugandan Championships, Nelson Mandela Stadium, Namboole
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FAQ

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Kerine Chelimo's 5000 m personal best is 16:36.34, set on May 10, 2025 in Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (UGA).

Kerine Chelimo competes in the 5000 m.

2025 season best: 16:36.34, set on May 10, 2025 in Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (UGA). Last competition: 1st African School Games, 19 May Athletics Stadium, Annaba on Aug 1, 2025, 9:33.69.