A Tragic Loss: Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Killed by Partner in Kenya

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In a shocking and tragic incident, Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei was killed by her partner in Kenya. Cheptegei, who competed in the women's marathon at the Paris Olympics, died after being set on fire by her partner following a dispute over a piece of land. She is the fourth female athlete to have been killed by her partner in Kenya in recent years, prompting outrage and calls for action against gender-based violence. Cheptegei's body was received by her family and anti-femicide crusaders, ahead of her burial on Saturday. Uganda held a military funeral for the athlete in her home village of Bukwo, where she was laid to rest with full military honors.

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