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Dedan Ireri Maina

Dedan Ireri Maina: Former street boy dreaming of Paralympics glory with Kenya

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Para cyclist Dedan Ireri Maina sorts his second hand bags for sale outside Jamia Mosque in Nairobi on July 06, 2024.

Photo credit: Francis Nderitu | Nation Media Group

By  Ayumba Ayodi

Correspondent

NMG Sport

His story could be straight out of a Hollywood script, brimming with twists and turns that defy expectations.

Finding a way into such narratives can be challenging due to their compelling nature, and para-cyclist Dedan Ireri Maina’s journey is no exception.

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