Uganda holds funeral for murdered Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei

Rebecca Cheptegei, a 33-year-old Ugandan Olympian, died after being set on fire by her former partner, Kenyan Dickson Ndiema Marangach, in Kenya. The incident occurred last week, and Cheptegei succumbed to severe burns. Cheptegei was a member of Uganda's armed forces, holding the rank of sergeant, according to a military spokesman. Thousands attended her funeral in Bukwo, where military officers played a prominent role. The funeral was an emotional event, with athletes, family, and others delivering eulogies.