Tag: Rebecca Cheptegei

Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public University in Busoga Sub-Region

Education
“After discussing the proposal to establish Busoga University as a public university, Cabinet decided to name it Iganga University,” Lumumba said.

Omukama Nyabongo I Names Interim Government, Maintains Prime Minister Rwomiire

Culture 
Omukama Edward Rukiidi Nyabongo I, a son to Prince Christopher Paul Kiijanangoma and a grandson of Omukama George David Kamurasi Rukiidi ascended to the throne on September 29th, 2026, after the death of his cousin King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV who succumbed to cancer at the age of 34 in the United states.  
Crime

Woman Stabbed to Death by Longtime Partner in Kenya

In September 2024, the killing of Ugandan Olympic athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei has drawn significant attention to domestic violence issues in Kenya. Cheptegei was doused with gasoline and set ablaze by her former partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, highlighting the extreme dangers faced by women in abusive relationships. This incident has reignited public outrage and called for stronger measures against femicide in the country.
National News

BREAKING: Ugandan Olympic Athlete Succumbs to Domestic Violence

Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who represented Uganda in the women’s marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, has succumbed to burns sustained, after her boyfriend Dickson Marangach set her on fire.

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