Paris Honors Ugandan Olympic Runner

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced that a sports venue will be named after Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan Olympic runner who tragically died after allegedly being set on fire by her ex-boyfriend. The 33-year-old athlete competed in the Paris Olympics marathon, finishing 44th.

Cheptegei's death is being treated as murder by Kenyan police. The incident has sparked discussions about violence against women in Kenya, where 34% of women reported experiencing physical violence in 2022.

Fellow athlete Joan Chelimo called for unity and action, highlighting the need to address gender-based violence and support women's independence in sports and society.

• Paris will name a sports venue after Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who died after being set on fire.
• Cheptegei, 33, competed in the Paris Olympics marathon, finishing 44th.
• Police are treating Cheptegei's death as murder, allegedly committed by her ex-boyfriend.
• The incident highlights concerns about violence against women in Kenya.
• Fellow athletes call for unity and action to address gender-based violence.