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Rebecca Cheptegei's killing highlights dangers of femicide in Kenya

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Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei was doused in petrol and set alight by her ex-boyfriend.

The 33-year-old Ugandan died days after she was set ablaze at her home in western Kenya .

Kenya has one of the highest rates of violence against women in Africa .

In January alone more than 10 women in the country were victims of femicide.

Third female athlete to die in Kenya allegedly at the hands of an intimate partner in the last three years .

Agnes Tirop , Agnes Cheptegei and Damaris Muthee Mutua found dead in her home.

Both athletes allegedly reported quarrels over money and property with their partners before meeting their deaths.