Zeddy Cherotich (born 6 May 1990) is a Kenyan judoka. Cherotich originally was a javelin thrower, but switched to judo. She became the first female judoka from Kenya to qualify for the Olympic Games. Representing Kenya at the 2024 Summer Olympics, she participated in the women's 78 kg judo event, losing to Patrícia Sampaio in 20 seconds. At the 2026 African Championships, Cherotich won bronze in the women's 78 kg category after defeating Hajanirina Andriambololona by ippon.
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