Kenyans took the chance to plead with the government and other duty bearers to take action and consider lowering the cost of treatment for the disease while easing screening in the grassroots.
Radio personality Essie Wa Mahatha said she has lost her mother and two siblings to the cancer scourge.
"This is a major sacrifice for a youth to push his body that far to send a message that this disease needs more attention," she said.
Murang'a Township MCA Charles Karina, on his part, praised Irungu for raising the town and county's flag high.
He said Irungu has seen numerous people travel from other counties to witness his attempt to break the record.
That, in turn, has encouraged business activities in the town.
Governor Irungu Kang'ata, on his part, announced that a team of medics is on standby to check on his health and ensure his safety.
"After his full recovery, we look forward to engaging him on ways his ideas can support our fight against cancer," the governor said in a statement.
His brother, John Irungu, said when he started the challenge, he did not take him seriously until he pushed through the first day.
"This is not easy. There's a time I tried to fast in prayer but was looking for the nearest hotel by the end of the day."
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