Mt Everest Stories

All hikers safely evacuated after Mt Everest snowstorm, Chinese authorities confirm
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 08, 2025

The sudden blizzard trapped trekkers at around 4,900 meters in Karma Valley, a little-known route to Everest's base.

Blizzard traps over 200 hikers on Mount Everest’s Tibetan slopes, rescue efforts underway
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

According to Chinese state media, nearly 1,000 people were trapped, but around 350 hikers have already been evacuated to safety, while authorities say...

FAKE: Video of body retrieved from Mt Everest is not Cheruiyot Kirui’s
Amina Wako  |  May 27, 2024

Kirui died on May 23, 2024, while attempting to climb Mt. Everest without supplementary oxygen.

'Cheruiyot Point' landmark named in honour of first African to almost summit Everest
Bashir Mohammed  |  May 25, 2024

Despite meticulous preparation and an unwavering resolve, Kirui tragically lost his life during the final ascent.

Tributes pour in for Cheruiyot Kirui, Kenyan mountaineer who died on Everest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 23, 2024

In his latest Instagram post, Kirui expressed confidence that he could conquer Everest without additional oxygen.

Kenyan conquering Mt Everest without supplemental oxygen nears the summit
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 26, 2024

The lack of oxygen, according to Muhia, is why most mountaineers use supplemental oxygen the death zone.

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