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Loliha: From Kakuma Refugee Camp to winning South Sudan's first African Games gold

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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.

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