Ugandan Athlete's Tragic End: A Tale of Domestic Violence
Ugandan Athlete's Tragic End: A Tale of Domestic Violence
Rebecca Cheptegei, a promising Ugandan marathon runner, has tragically passed away due to severe burns from an alleged attack by her boyfriend.** The incident occurred in her house in western Kenya, leaving her with 75% burns. Cheptegei's boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema, also sustained burn injuries and is receiving treatment. Cheptegei's parents reveal that their daughter bought land in Trans Nzoia to be near the county's many athletic training centers. The couple reportedly argued over the land before the fire started. **This heartbreaking incident sheds light on the prevalence of domestic violence against women in Kenya.