Atalena Napule Gaspore Loliha with her mother Veronica Nakivu and medals, including her African Games gold. May 2, 2025. [World Athletics]
A year ago, Atalena Napule Gaspore Loliha crafted a new story for Africa's youngest nation, South Sudan. She unexpectedly won the first gold medal for her country in the history of the African Games.