Social media calls out 'femicide problem' after Uganda's Rebecca Cheptegei was allegedly burned to death by boyfriend

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Rebecca Cheptegei
Ugandan Olympic distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei tragically passed on September 5 as a result of a domestic abuse attack. X/Uganda Athletics Federation

Following the horrific death of Rebecca Cheptegei at the hands of her boyfriend, who allegedly soaked her in gasoline and set her on fire just one month after she represented Uganda at the Paris Games, social media is erupting with outrage over the country's escalating femicide crisis.

Sports executive, Usher Komugisha took to X to voice her thoughts on the tragic incident:

Larry Madowo, an international correspondent for CNN spoke with a CNN newscaster live on location:

The Uganda Athletics Federation released a statement condemning domestic violence and calling for justice:

Louise Ridley, the editorial director of The Female Lead, shared some powerful words:

Dr. Charlotte Proudman, undoubtedly voicing the frustration of many women across the world:

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Uganda, Domestic Violence, Murder, Death

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