Rebecca Cheptegei Buried After Fatal Attack

Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who was tragically killed after being set ablaze by her former partner, Dickson Ndiema, is set to be buried with military honors in her hometown of Bukwo. The brutal attack occurred as she returned from church, leaving her with burns covering 80% of her body, leading to her death four days later. Cheptegei's case has sparked outrage over the alarming rates of gender-based violence in Kenya, particularly highlighting the risks faced by female athletes. Her family reported that she had previously sought police protection from Marangach, indicating a history of domestic violence. Ndiema, who sustained injuries from the fire, also died shortly after the attack. Activists worldwide have condemned this incident, which underscores the urgent need for action against gender violence in the region.