Kenyans Awed By 17-Year-Old High School Student's Extraordinary Height: "Junior Goliath"

• Seventeen-year-old Newton Ochieng is the latest entrant in the growing list of Kenyans with extraordinary height
• A viral photo captured the Form Three student towering above a friend, making him look like a dwarf
• Dubbed the "Junior Goliath," Ochieng will represent Kenya in the upcoming volleyball World Cup qualifiers in Tunisia

Kenyans have been left in awe by Newton Ochieng, a 17-year-old high school student from Nyabondo Boys High School.

Ochieng’s towering presence was first highlighted in a viral photo shared on Facebook by Kenya Sports.

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In the photo, the teen is seen standing next to an older friend, making the latter appear diminutive.

This image quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking a wave of reactions and comments from netizens.

The young student’s impressive stature has earned him a spot on the Kenyan U-18 volleyball team.

Ochieng will represent Kenya in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in Tunisia, showcasing his talent on an international stage.

Given the attention his counterpart Bradley Marongo has received, all eyes will be on how the youngster will turn his height into profit.

Social media reactions

The photo went viral on social media, with many netizens proposing he try a hand at basketball.

Joel K Naibei

"The boy should try his hands at basketball as well, maybe, I highly think, there is where he belongs for good."

Promise Dzikunu

"Is this boy not taller than the so-called tallest man in Kenya?"

Absalom Aloo

"He is definitely better at volleyball and, with the right training and mentorship, can make pro. Height, talent and training."

Bradley Marongo's exponential rise to fame

Newton Ochieng's story comes as Kenyans marvel at Bradley Marongo, another extremely tall man.

Bradley rose to fame after taking part in the recent anti-government demonstrations.

His larger-than-normal took many in, earning him admiration and instant popularity.

Since his newfound status, Bradley has been on different media channels for interviews.

He has also signed several brand ambassadorial deals, one of them with an automobile company.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke

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Collage of Newton Ochieng and a volleyball player in action.

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