Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan marathon runner, has been hospitalized after suffering severe burns from a domestic violence attack by her partner in Kenya.
The brutal assault on Cheptegei highlights the ongoing problem of domestic violence against women in Kenya, as many cases often go unreported.
In the wake of Cheptegei's injuries, it becomes evident that the cycle of domestic abuse among athletes in Kenya remains unchecked, raising serious concerns.
The tragic incident involving Cheptegei mirrors the shocking case of Agnes Tirop, a record-breaking runner who was murdered in 2021, sparking national outrage.
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