Boxing legend Conjestina Achieng has refuted rumours that she died while undergoing treatment at the Mombasa Women Empowerment Network hospital.
Speaking to the press on Sunday Ms Achieng urged Kenyans to continue praying for her as she recuperates at the facility battling mental illness.
The boxer,was addressing the press alongside former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko who visited her at the facility in Jomvu sub-county.
“I am responding well to treatment. Those spreading rumours that I succumbed I want to tell them I am alive and well,” she said.
Ms Achieng who received boxing gear from Mr Sonko said she's preparing to head back to ring and defend her International Boxing Federation title before she retires.
“I want to defend my International Boxing Federation (IBF) and the International Female Boxing Associating locally before I retire. I urge sponsors to chip in like how Mr Sonko has done. I will appreciate you. I have begun training already. It will be a local fight,” she added.
On his part, Mr Sonko who rescued Ms Achieng from her Yala home said he was impressed with Conje's response to the treatment.
“Ms Achieng has improved, and I have brought her the training equipment. I would want her to train other girls to be like her,” said Mr Sonko.
He promised to set up a gym for her and buy more equipment. Mr Sonko said the legend boxer brought accolades to Kenya hence must be taken care of.
He said he will continue monitoring the former boxer progress until she fully recovers and can stand on her feet.
“Politics is over its now time to work for the less fortunate. The outgoing regime was not serious about our legendary artists and sports personalities. These are people who should be supported,” he added.
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