Mercy Jelimo

KenyaKenyaActive
Born
Jun 16, 2008 (18 years old)
Events
5 Kilometres Road

Mercy Jelimo is a Kenya long-distance runner, born on June 16, 2008. She competes primarily in the 3000m, 5000m and 5Kilometre.

Her personal bests include 9:20.58 in the 3000m, 15:57.24 in the 5000m, 15:34 in the 5Kilometre and 33:10 in the 10Kilometr. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.

Personal best · 5 Kilometres Road15:34
2026 season best15:50Apr 18, 2026 · Boston, MA
2026 season best
Last competitionABSA Run Your CitySep 24, 2026 · 33:10
ABSA Run Your City

As of Nov 14, 2026: 5 Kilometres Road 15:34, 2026 season best 15:50 (Apr 18, 2026, Boston, MA (USA)) · Last competition: ABSA Run Your City, Sep 24, 2026, 33:10 · 18 years old

Personal bests

WA points calculator →
DisciplineResultAll-time2026
3000mNairobi 2025Kenya 3000 m all-time list9:20.581,038 pts––
5000mNairobi 2024Kenya 5000 m all-time list15:57.241,055 pts––
5KilometreLille 202415:34–#125
10KilometrJohannesburg 202633:10–#384

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20265Kilometre 15:50–Apr 18, 2026Boston 5K
202610Kilometr 33:10–Sep 24, 2026ABSA Run Your City
20253000m 9:20.58–Jun 20, 2025Trials for Africa U18 & U20 Championships, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
20255000m 16:35.6h–Nov 22, 20254th Betika Bingwa Fest Track and Field - Nairobi
20245Kilometre 15:34–Nov 16, 2024Urban Trail de Lille - 5 et 10km
20245000m 15:57.24–Jun 28, 2024National Trials For World Athletics Under 20 Championships, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Mercy Jelimo's 5 Kilometres Road personal best is 15:34, set on Nov 16, 2024 in Lille (FRA).

Mercy Jelimo competes in the 5 Kilometres Road.

2026 season best: 15:50, set on Apr 18, 2026 in Boston, MA (USA). Last competition: ABSA Run Your City on Sep 24, 2026, 33:10.