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List of interviewees
- Chembawai Sang, Tecla. Interview, 12 January 2010.
- Chepkoech, Louisa. Interview, 9 April 2011.
- Jebiwott, Grace. Interview, 16 April 2011.
- Kipchoge, Keino. Interview, 5 February 2007.
- Malot, Leah. Interview, 24 January 2011.
- Muret, Margaret. Interview, 1 April 2011.
- Sirma, Susan. Interview, 14 January 2010.
- Tata-Muya, Rose. Interview, 19 March 2011.
- Waithera, Ruth. Interview, 18 February 2011.