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

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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