Vénuste Niyongabo

Vénuste Niyongabo is a Burundi middle-distance runner, born on December 9, 1973 in Commune of Vugizo, Burundi. Standing 1.76 m and weighing 60 kg, He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.

His personal bests include 1:45.13 in the 800m, 3:29.18 in the 1500m, 3:46.70 in the Mile, 7:34.03 in the 3000m and 13:03.29 in the 5000m. He has earned 1 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Burundi.