Werknesh Kidane

Werknesh Kidane is a Ethiopia middle-distance runner, born on January 7, 1981 in Tigray Region, Ethiopia. Standing 1.58 m and weighing 41 kg, She competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 4:15.51 in the 1500m, 8:36.39 in the 3000m, 14:33.04 in the 5000m, 30:07.15 in the 10000m and 1:07:26 in the Semi. She has earned 4 gold, 5 silver and 3 bronze medals in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.