Radio and Tv sports presenter, Carol Radull recently visited former boxing champion Congestina Achieng’ at her her home in Yala. From the images she shared Congestina seemed emaciated.
Carol took to her Instagram and wrote;
A few days ago @floradull and I visited Conjestina Achieng at her family home in Yala. She has been top of my mind since covid struck since so many sports people are struggling (more than usual) at this time.
She stated Congestina had lost weight but was physically strong and was angry at the system for failing her.
She has lost a lot of weight but physically she is still strong.
She is however very angry at what she feels is a system that abandoned her at her time of need. She repeatedly said how she was on top of the world, represented Kenya but felt a lack of recognition.
In her humble hut; what struck me most was a shrine she had put up for silverware – shields and belts; her only reminder of what she used to mean to the country.
I know many have tried to assist her in various ways but unfortunately a lot of those moves have not worked. I am no medical expert; but I see little sense in taking someone to rehab for some time then returning them to the same challenging environment.
Carol said she felt Congestina was not mad as it had been reported earlier but rather needed more rehab.
In my layman’s assessment; she is not mad but she does need more rehab to overcome her dependence on abusive substances. She also needs some counselling (anger management) But she then needs to be in an environment where her mind is kept busy; where her talent is being used; where she feels useful and appreciated.
She also added that the former boxing champion now sits at home with her thoughts doing nothing.
Right now she sits at home with her thoughts – doing nothing.
She was yelling alot when we arrived as if to ascertain who is boss. But the more we chatted the more she calmed down and we had a good laugh.
Carol later revealed that there is someone claiming to be Congestina’s son and swindling money from Kenyans. She added that both Congestina’s mother and son appreciate the help Kenyans give.
I could be wrong in my very layman’s assessment; and I would welcome suggestions. I am in touch with her Mum in Yala and with her son here in Nairobi; (her real son – as there is a fake one swindling Kenyans and I’ll share that story too in a while) both of who appreciate the love they know the country feels for her.
Unfortunately I also took masks for her and her family and Conje said they will NOT wear them as there is no need. My logic fell on deaf ears.
We all just hope and pray for a lasting solution that will see such an icon be in a position to make an impact towards the sport of boxing in this country. She still can. #ForTheLoveofTheGame
She took some gifts to the family and they appreciated.
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